Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/6 and 7/5 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 8/6 and 7/5?

The given fractions are 8/6 and 7/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/6 and 7/5

8/6 - 7/5

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

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


= 8 x 5 - 7 x 6/30

= 40 - 42/30

= -2/30

= -1/15

Result: -1/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/6 and 7/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/6 and 7/5?

To subtract fractions 8/6 and 7/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 5 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/15.

2. What is 8/6 minus 7/5 as a fraction?

8/6 minus 7/5 as a fraction is equal to -1/15.

3. How to subtract 8/6 and 7/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/6 and 7/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/15 quickly.