Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/10 and 3/20 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 16/10 and 3/20?

The given fractions are 16/10 and 3/20

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/10 and 3/20

16/10 - 3/20

The LCM of 10 and 20 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 10, 20
5 5, 10
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 5 x 1 x 2 = 20


= 16 x 2 - 3 x 1/20

= 32 - 3/20

= 29/20

Result: 29/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/10 and 3/20

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/10 and 3/20?

To subtract fractions 16/10 and 3/20 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 20 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 29/20.

2. What is 16/10 minus 3/20 as a fraction?

16/10 minus 3/20 as a fraction is equal to 29/20.

3. How to subtract 16/10 and 3/20 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/10 and 3/20 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 29/20 quickly.