Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/20 and 10/6 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 16/20 and 10/6?

The given fractions are 16/20 and 10/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/20 and 10/6

16/20 - 10/6

The LCM of 20 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 60
2 20, 6
10, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 10 x 3 = 60


= 16 x 3 - 10 x 10/60

= 48 - 100/60

= -52/60

= -13/15

Result: -13/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/20 and 10/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/20 and 10/6?

To subtract fractions 16/20 and 10/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 20 and 6 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/15.

2. What is 16/20 minus 10/6 as a fraction?

16/20 minus 10/6 as a fraction is equal to -13/15.

3. How to subtract 16/20 and 10/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/20 and 10/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/15 quickly.