Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/16 and 3/5 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 1/16 and 3/5?

The given fractions are 1/16 and 3/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/16 and 3/5

1/16 - 3/5

The LCM of 16 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 80

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 80


= 1 x 5 - 3 x 16/80

= 5 - 48/80

= -43/80

Result: -43/80

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/16 and 3/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/16 and 3/5?

To subtract fractions 1/16 and 3/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 5 value i.e 80. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -43/80.

2. What is 1/16 minus 3/5 as a fraction?

1/16 minus 3/5 as a fraction is equal to -43/80.

3. How to subtract 1/16 and 3/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/16 and 3/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -43/80 quickly.