Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/2 and 1/6 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 16/2 and 1/6?

The given fractions are 16/2 and 1/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/2 and 1/6

16/2 - 1/6

The LCM of 2 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 6
2 2, 6
1, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 3 = 6


= 16 x 3 - 1 x 1/6

= 48 - 1/6

= 47/6

Result: 47/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/2 and 1/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/2 and 1/6?

To subtract fractions 16/2 and 1/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 6 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 47/6.

2. What is 16/2 minus 1/6 as a fraction?

16/2 minus 1/6 as a fraction is equal to 47/6.

3. How to subtract 16/2 and 1/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/2 and 1/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 47/6 quickly.