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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/16 and 17/1 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 5/16 and 17/1?

The given fractions are 5/16 and 17/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/16 and 17/1

5/16 - 17/1

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


= 5 x 1 - 17 x 16/16

= 5 - 272/16

= -267/16

Result: -267/16

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/16 and 17/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/16 and 17/1?

To subtract fractions 5/16 and 17/1 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 -267/16.

2. What is 5/16 minus 17/1 as a fraction?

5/16 minus 17/1 as a fraction is equal to -267/16.

3. How to subtract 5/16 and 17/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/16 and 17/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -267/16 quickly.