Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/5 and 15/5 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 3/5 and 15/5?

The given fractions are 3/5 and 15/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/5 and 15/5

3/5 - 15/5

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 3/5 and 15/5 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 3 - 15/5

= -12/5

Result: -12/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/5 and 15/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/5 and 15/5?

To subtract fractions 3/5 and 15/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 5 value i.e 5. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -12/5.

2. What is 3/5 minus 15/5 as a fraction?

3/5 minus 15/5 as a fraction is equal to -12/5.

3. How to subtract 3/5 and 15/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/5 and 15/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -12/5 quickly.