Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/3 and 16/3 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 12/3 and 16/3?

The given fractions are 12/3 and 16/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/3 and 16/3

12/3 - 16/3

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 12/3 and 16/3 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 12 - 16/3

= -4/3

Result: -4/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/3 and 16/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/3 and 16/3?

To subtract fractions 12/3 and 16/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 3 value i.e 3. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -4/3.

2. What is 12/3 minus 16/3 as a fraction?

12/3 minus 16/3 as a fraction is equal to -4/3.

3. How to subtract 12/3 and 16/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/3 and 16/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -4/3 quickly.