Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/15 and 6/8 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 2/15 and 6/8?

The given fractions are 2/15 and 6/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/15 and 6/8

2/15 - 6/8

The LCM of 15 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 120

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 120


= 2 x 8 - 6 x 15/120

= 16 - 90/120

= -74/120

= -37/60

Result: -37/60

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/15 and 6/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/15 and 6/8?

To subtract fractions 2/15 and 6/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 8 value i.e 120. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -37/60.

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

2/15 minus 6/8 as a fraction is equal to -37/60.

3. How to subtract 2/15 and 6/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/15 and 6/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -37/60 quickly.