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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/9 and 5/2 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 16/9 and 5/2?

The given fractions are 16/9 and 5/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/9 and 5/2

16/9 - 5/2

The LCM of 9 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 18

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 18


= 16 x 2 - 5 x 9/18

= 32 - 45/18

= -13/18

Result: -13/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/9 and 5/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/9 and 5/2?

To subtract fractions 16/9 and 5/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 2 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/18.

2. What is 16/9 minus 5/2 as a fraction?

16/9 minus 5/2 as a fraction is equal to -13/18.

3. How to subtract 16/9 and 5/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/9 and 5/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/18 quickly.