Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 15/5 and 7/16 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 15/5 and 7/16?

The given fractions are 15/5 and 7/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 15/5 and 7/16

15/5 - 7/16

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


= 15 x 16 - 7 x 5/80

= 240 - 35/80

= 205/80

= 41/16

Result: 41/16

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 15/5 and 7/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 15/5 and 7/16?

To subtract fractions 15/5 and 7/16 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 41/16.

2. What is 15/5 minus 7/16 as a fraction?

15/5 minus 7/16 as a fraction is equal to 41/16.

3. How to subtract 15/5 and 7/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 15/5 and 7/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 41/16 quickly.