Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 6/4 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 6/4 and 16/6?

The given fractions are 6/4 and 16/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 6/4 and 16/6

6/4 - 16/6

The LCM of 4 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
2 4, 6
2, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 3 = 12


= 6 x 3 - 16 x 2/12

= 18 - 32/12

= -14/12

= -7/6

Result: -7/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 6/4 and 16/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 6/4 and 16/6?

To subtract fractions 6/4 and 16/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 6 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -7/6.

2. What is 6/4 minus 16/6 as a fraction?

6/4 minus 16/6 as a fraction is equal to -7/6.

3. How to subtract 6/4 and 16/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 6/4 and 16/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -7/6 quickly.