Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/19 and 3/8 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 16/19 and 3/8?

The given fractions are 16/19 and 3/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/19 and 3/8

16/19 - 3/8

The LCM of 19 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 152

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 152


= 16 x 8 - 3 x 19/152

= 128 - 57/152

= 71/152

Result: 71/152

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/19 and 3/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/19 and 3/8?

To subtract fractions 16/19 and 3/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 19 and 8 value i.e 152. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 71/152.

2. What is 16/19 minus 3/8 as a fraction?

16/19 minus 3/8 as a fraction is equal to 71/152.

3. How to subtract 16/19 and 3/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/19 and 3/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 71/152 quickly.