Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/8 and 5/3 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




=

How do you Subtract Fractions 16/8 and 5/3?

The given fractions are 16/8 and 5/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/8 and 5/3

16/8 - 5/3

The LCM of 8 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 24

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 24


= 16 x 3 - 5 x 8/24

= 48 - 40/24

= 8/24

= 1/3

Result: 1/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/8 and 5/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/8 and 5/3?

To subtract fractions 16/8 and 5/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 3 value i.e 24. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/3.

2. What is 16/8 minus 5/3 as a fraction?

16/8 minus 5/3 as a fraction is equal to 1/3.

3. How to subtract 16/8 and 5/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/8 and 5/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/3 quickly.