Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 19/15 and 12/9 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 19/15 and 12/9?

The given fractions are 19/15 and 12/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 19/15 and 12/9

19/15 - 12/9

The LCM of 15 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 45
3 15, 9
5, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 5 x 3 = 45


= 19 x 3 - 12 x 5/45

= 57 - 60/45

= -3/45

= -1/15

Result: -1/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 19/15 and 12/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 19/15 and 12/9?

To subtract fractions 19/15 and 12/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 9 value i.e 45. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/15.

2. What is 19/15 minus 12/9 as a fraction?

19/15 minus 12/9 as a fraction is equal to -1/15.

3. How to subtract 19/15 and 12/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 19/15 and 12/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/15 quickly.