Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/15 and 10/3 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 5/15 and 10/3?

The given fractions are 5/15 and 10/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/15 and 10/3

5/15 - 10/3

The LCM of 15 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 15
3 15, 3
5, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 5 x 1 = 15


= 5 x 1 - 10 x 5/15

= 5 - 50/15

= -45/15

= -3/1

Result: -3/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/15 and 10/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/15 and 10/3?

To subtract fractions 5/15 and 10/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 3 value i.e 15. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -3/1.

2. What is 5/15 minus 10/3 as a fraction?

5/15 minus 10/3 as a fraction is equal to -3/1.

3. How to subtract 5/15 and 10/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/15 and 10/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -3/1 quickly.