Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/1 and 7/20 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 16/1 and 7/20?

The given fractions are 16/1 and 7/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/1 and 7/20

16/1 - 7/20

The LCM of 1 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 20

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 20


= 16 x 20 - 7 x 1/20

= 320 - 7/20

= 313/20

Result: 313/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/1 and 7/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/1 and 7/20?

To subtract fractions 16/1 and 7/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 20 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 313/20.

2. What is 16/1 minus 7/20 as a fraction?

16/1 minus 7/20 as a fraction is equal to 313/20.

3. How to subtract 16/1 and 7/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/1 and 7/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 313/20 quickly.