Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 9/16 and 15/8 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 9/16 and 15/8?

The given fractions are 9/16 and 15/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 9/16 and 15/8

9/16 - 15/8

The LCM of 16 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 16
2 16, 8
2 8, 4
2 2, 4
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 2 x 1 x 2 = 16


= 9 x 1 - 15 x 2/16

= 9 - 30/16

= -21/16

Result: -21/16

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 9/16 and 15/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 9/16 and 15/8?

To subtract fractions 9/16 and 15/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 8 value i.e 16. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -21/16.

2. What is 9/16 minus 15/8 as a fraction?

9/16 minus 15/8 as a fraction is equal to -21/16.

3. How to subtract 9/16 and 15/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 9/16 and 15/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -21/16 quickly.