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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/9 and 17/6 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 15/9 and 17/6?

The given fractions are 15/9 and 17/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/9 and 17/6

15/9 - 17/6

The LCM of 9 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
3 9, 6
3, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 2 = 18


= 15 x 2 - 17 x 3/18

= 30 - 51/18

= -21/18

= -7/6

Result: -7/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/9 and 17/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/9 and 17/6?

To subtract fractions 15/9 and 17/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 6 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -7/6.

2. What is 15/9 minus 17/6 as a fraction?

15/9 minus 17/6 as a fraction is equal to -7/6.

3. How to subtract 15/9 and 17/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/9 and 17/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -7/6 quickly.