Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/3 and 16/1 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 4/3 and 16/1?

The given fractions are 4/3 and 16/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/3 and 16/1

4/3 - 16/1

The LCM of 3 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 3

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 3


= 4 x 1 - 16 x 3/3

= 4 - 48/3

= -44/3

Result: -44/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/3 and 16/1

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

To subtract fractions 4/3 and 16/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 1 value i.e 3. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -44/3.

2. What is 4/3 minus 16/1 as a fraction?

4/3 minus 16/1 as a fraction is equal to -44/3.

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

You have to give these numbers 4/3 and 16/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -44/3 quickly.