Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/8 and 6/10 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




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How do you Subtract Fractions 15/8 and 6/10?

The given fractions are 15/8 and 6/10

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/8 and 6/10

15/8 - 6/10

The LCM of 8 and 10 (denominators of the fractions) is 40
2 8, 10
4, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 4 x 5 = 40


= 15 x 5 - 6 x 4/40

= 75 - 24/40

= 51/40

Result: 51/40

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/8 and 6/10

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/8 and 6/10?

To subtract fractions 15/8 and 6/10 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 10 value i.e 40. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 51/40.

2. What is 15/8 minus 6/10 as a fraction?

15/8 minus 6/10 as a fraction is equal to 51/40.

3. How to subtract 15/8 and 6/10 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/8 and 6/10 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 51/40 quickly.