Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/8 and 16/11 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 5/8 and 16/11?

The given fractions are 5/8 and 16/11

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/8 and 16/11

5/8 - 16/11

The LCM of 8 and 11 (denominators of the fractions) is 88

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 88


= 5 x 11 - 16 x 8/88

= 55 - 128/88

= -73/88

Result: -73/88

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/8 and 16/11

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/8 and 16/11?

To subtract fractions 5/8 and 16/11 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 11 value i.e 88. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -73/88.

2. What is 5/8 minus 16/11 as a fraction?

5/8 minus 16/11 as a fraction is equal to -73/88.

3. How to subtract 5/8 and 16/11 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/8 and 16/11 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -73/88 quickly.