Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/2 and 16/13 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 1/2 and 16/13?

The given fractions are 1/2 and 16/13

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/2 and 16/13

1/2 - 16/13

The LCM of 2 and 13 (denominators of the fractions) is 26

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 26


= 1 x 13 - 16 x 2/26

= 13 - 32/26

= -19/26

Result: -19/26

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/2 and 16/13

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/2 and 16/13?

To subtract fractions 1/2 and 16/13 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 13 value i.e 26. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -19/26.

2. What is 1/2 minus 16/13 as a fraction?

1/2 minus 16/13 as a fraction is equal to -19/26.

3. How to subtract 1/2 and 16/13 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/2 and 16/13 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -19/26 quickly.