Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 7/5 and 16/3 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 7/5 and 16/3?

The given fractions are 7/5 and 16/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 7/5 and 16/3

7/5 - 16/3

The LCM of 5 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 15

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 15


= 7 x 3 - 16 x 5/15

= 21 - 80/15

= -59/15

Result: -59/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 7/5 and 16/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 7/5 and 16/3?

To subtract fractions 7/5 and 16/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 3 value i.e 15. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -59/15.

2. What is 7/5 minus 16/3 as a fraction?

7/5 minus 16/3 as a fraction is equal to -59/15.

3. How to subtract 7/5 and 16/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 7/5 and 16/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -59/15 quickly.