Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/16 and 4/1 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 4/16 and 4/1?

The given fractions are 4/16 and 4/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/16 and 4/1

4/16 - 4/1

The LCM of 16 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 16

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 16


= 4 x 1 - 4 x 16/16

= 4 - 64/16

= -60/16

= -15/4

Result: -15/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/16 and 4/1

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

To subtract fractions 4/16 and 4/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 1 value i.e 16. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -15/4.

2. What is 4/16 minus 4/1 as a fraction?

4/16 minus 4/1 as a fraction is equal to -15/4.

3. How to subtract 4/16 and 4/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/16 and 4/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -15/4 quickly.