Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/7 and 5/13 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 16/7 and 5/13?

The given fractions are 16/7 and 5/13

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/7 and 5/13

16/7 - 5/13

The LCM of 7 and 13 (denominators of the fractions) is 91

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 91


= 16 x 13 - 5 x 7/91

= 208 - 35/91

= 173/91

Result: 173/91

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/7 and 5/13

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/7 and 5/13?

To subtract fractions 16/7 and 5/13 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 13 value i.e 91. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 173/91.

2. What is 16/7 minus 5/13 as a fraction?

16/7 minus 5/13 as a fraction is equal to 173/91.

3. How to subtract 16/7 and 5/13 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/7 and 5/13 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 173/91 quickly.