Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 6/16 and 16/5 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 6/16 and 16/5?

The given fractions are 6/16 and 16/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 6/16 and 16/5

6/16 - 16/5

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

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


= 6 x 5 - 16 x 16/80

= 30 - 256/80

= -226/80

= -113/40

Result: -113/40

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 6/16 and 16/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 6/16 and 16/5?

To subtract fractions 6/16 and 16/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 5 value i.e 80. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -113/40.

2. What is 6/16 minus 16/5 as a fraction?

6/16 minus 16/5 as a fraction is equal to -113/40.

3. How to subtract 6/16 and 16/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 6/16 and 16/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -113/40 quickly.