Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 6/16 and 16/6

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

6/16 - 16/6

The LCM of 16 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 48
2 16, 6
8, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 8 x 3 = 48


= 6 x 3 - 16 x 8/48

= 18 - 128/48

= -110/48

= -55/24

Result: -55/24

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

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

To subtract fractions 6/16 and 16/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 6 value i.e 48. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -55/24.

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

6/16 minus 16/6 as a fraction is equal to -55/24.

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

You have to give these numbers 6/16 and 16/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -55/24 quickly.