Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/15 and 16/4 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 4/15 and 16/4?

The given fractions are 4/15 and 16/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/15 and 16/4

4/15 - 16/4

The LCM of 15 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 60

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 60


= 4 x 4 - 16 x 15/60

= 16 - 240/60

= -224/60

= -56/15

Result: -56/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/15 and 16/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/15 and 16/4?

To subtract fractions 4/15 and 16/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 15 and 4 value i.e 60. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -56/15.

2. What is 4/15 minus 16/4 as a fraction?

4/15 minus 16/4 as a fraction is equal to -56/15.

3. How to subtract 4/15 and 16/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/15 and 16/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -56/15 quickly.