Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/1 and 20/16 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 15/1 and 20/16?

The given fractions are 15/1 and 20/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/1 and 20/16

15/1 - 20/16

The LCM of 1 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 16

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 16


= 15 x 16 - 20 x 1/16

= 240 - 20/16

= 220/16

= 55/4

Result: 55/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/1 and 20/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/1 and 20/16?

To subtract fractions 15/1 and 20/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 16 value i.e 16. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 55/4.

2. What is 15/1 minus 20/16 as a fraction?

15/1 minus 20/16 as a fraction is equal to 55/4.

3. How to subtract 15/1 and 20/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/1 and 20/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 55/4 quickly.