Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/5 and 3/1 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 16/5 and 3/1?

The given fractions are 16/5 and 3/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/5 and 3/1

16/5 - 3/1

The LCM of 5 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 5

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 5


= 16 x 1 - 3 x 5/5

= 16 - 15/5

= 1/5

Result: 1/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/5 and 3/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/5 and 3/1?

To subtract fractions 16/5 and 3/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 1 value i.e 5. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/5.

2. What is 16/5 minus 3/1 as a fraction?

16/5 minus 3/1 as a fraction is equal to 1/5.

3. How to subtract 16/5 and 3/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/5 and 3/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/5 quickly.