24/3 minus 10/5

24/3 − 10/5
=
6
Decimal: 6
Percentage: 600%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Find LCM of denominators
    LCM(3, 5) = 15
  2. 2
    Convert to common denominator
    24/3 = 120/15    10/5 = 30/15
  3. 3
    Subtract numerators
    120 − 30 = 90/15
  4. 4
    Simplify
    90/15 = 6/1

How to Subtract Fractions

Subtracting fractions follows the same process as addition. First find the LCM of the denominators, convert both fractions, then subtract the second numerator from the first. Simplify the answer.

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