Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/9 and 16/10 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 2/9 and 16/10?

The given fractions are 2/9 and 16/10

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/9 and 16/10

2/9 - 16/10

The LCM of 9 and 10 (denominators of the fractions) is 90

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


= 2 x 10 - 16 x 9/90

= 20 - 144/90

= -124/90

= -62/45

Result: -62/45

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/9 and 16/10

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/9 and 16/10?

To subtract fractions 2/9 and 16/10 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 10 value i.e 90. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -62/45.

2. What is 2/9 minus 16/10 as a fraction?

2/9 minus 16/10 as a fraction is equal to -62/45.

3. How to subtract 2/9 and 16/10 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/9 and 16/10 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -62/45 quickly.