Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/5 and 4/16 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 1/5 and 4/16?

The given fractions are 1/5 and 4/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/5 and 4/16

1/5 - 4/16

The LCM of 5 and 16 (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 16 - 4 x 5/80

= 16 - 20/80

= -4/80

= -1/20

Result: -1/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/5 and 4/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/5 and 4/16?

To subtract fractions 1/5 and 4/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 16 value i.e 80. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/20.

2. What is 1/5 minus 4/16 as a fraction?

1/5 minus 4/16 as a fraction is equal to -1/20.

3. How to subtract 1/5 and 4/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/5 and 4/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/20 quickly.