Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/3 and 16/16 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 2/3 and 16/16?

The given fractions are 2/3 and 16/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/3 and 16/16

2/3 - 16/16

The LCM of 3 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 48

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 48


= 2 x 16 - 16 x 3/48

= 32 - 48/48

= -16/48

= -1/3

Result: -1/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/3 and 16/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/3 and 16/16?

To subtract fractions 2/3 and 16/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 16 value i.e 48. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/3.

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

2/3 minus 16/16 as a fraction is equal to -1/3.

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

You have to give these numbers 2/3 and 16/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/3 quickly.