Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/5 and 16/16 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 4/5 and 16/16?

The given fractions are 4/5 and 16/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/5 and 16/16

4/5 - 16/16

The LCM of 5 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 80

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 80


= 4 x 16 - 16 x 5/80

= 64 - 80/80

= -16/80

= -1/5

Result: -1/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/5 and 16/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/5 and 16/16?

To subtract fractions 4/5 and 16/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 16 value i.e 80. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/5.

2. What is 4/5 minus 16/16 as a fraction?

4/5 minus 16/16 as a fraction is equal to -1/5.

3. How to subtract 4/5 and 16/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/5 and 16/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/5 quickly.