Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/5 and 3/18 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 3/18?

The given fractions are 16/5 and 3/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/5 and 3/18

16/5 - 3/18

The LCM of 5 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 90

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 90


= 16 x 18 - 3 x 5/90

= 288 - 15/90

= 273/90

= 91/30

Result: 91/30

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/5 and 3/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/5 and 3/18?

To subtract fractions 16/5 and 3/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 18 value i.e 90. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 91/30.

2. What is 16/5 minus 3/18 as a fraction?

16/5 minus 3/18 as a fraction is equal to 91/30.

3. How to subtract 16/5 and 3/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/5 and 3/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 91/30 quickly.