Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/3 and 15/2 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 5/3 and 15/2?

The given fractions are 5/3 and 15/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/3 and 15/2

5/3 - 15/2

The LCM of 3 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 6

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 6


= 5 x 2 - 15 x 3/6

= 10 - 45/6

= -35/6

Result: -35/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/3 and 15/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/3 and 15/2?

To subtract fractions 5/3 and 15/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 2 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -35/6.

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

5/3 minus 15/2 as a fraction is equal to -35/6.

3. How to subtract 5/3 and 15/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/3 and 15/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -35/6 quickly.