Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/2 and 16/3 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 4/2 and 16/3?

The given fractions are 4/2 and 16/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/2 and 16/3

4/2 - 16/3

The LCM of 2 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 6

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 6


= 4 x 3 - 16 x 2/6

= 12 - 32/6

= -20/6

= -10/3

Result: -10/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/2 and 16/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/2 and 16/3?

To subtract fractions 4/2 and 16/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 3 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -10/3.

2. What is 4/2 minus 16/3 as a fraction?

4/2 minus 16/3 as a fraction is equal to -10/3.

3. How to subtract 4/2 and 16/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/2 and 16/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -10/3 quickly.