Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/16 and 12/3 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 3/16 and 12/3?

The given fractions are 3/16 and 12/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/16 and 12/3

3/16 - 12/3

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

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


= 3 x 3 - 12 x 16/48

= 9 - 192/48

= -183/48

= -61/16

Result: -61/16

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/16 and 12/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/16 and 12/3?

To subtract fractions 3/16 and 12/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 3 value i.e 48. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -61/16.

2. What is 3/16 minus 12/3 as a fraction?

3/16 minus 12/3 as a fraction is equal to -61/16.

3. How to subtract 3/16 and 12/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/16 and 12/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -61/16 quickly.