Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/5 and 4/6 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 2/5 and 4/6?

The given fractions are 2/5 and 4/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/5 and 4/6

2/5 - 4/6

The LCM of 5 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 30

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 30


= 2 x 6 - 4 x 5/30

= 12 - 20/30

= -8/30

= -4/15

Result: -4/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/5 and 4/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/5 and 4/6?

To subtract fractions 2/5 and 4/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 6 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -4/15.

2. What is 2/5 minus 4/6 as a fraction?

2/5 minus 4/6 as a fraction is equal to -4/15.

3. How to subtract 2/5 and 4/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/5 and 4/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -4/15 quickly.