10/281 subtracted by 16/3 in Fraction Form

The result of 10/281 subtracted by 16/3 is: -6 592/843

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to subtract the fraction \(\frac163\) from \(\frac10281\).

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To subtract fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 281 and 3 is 843.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert \(\frac10281\) to \(\frac{30}843\)
Convert \(\frac163\) to \(\frac{4496}843\)

Step 4: Subtract the Numerators

Subtract the numerators: 30 - 4496 = -4466

Step 5: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac-4466843\) can be written as the mixed number \(-6\frac592843\).

Final Answer

The result of 10/281 subtracted by 16/3 is:

\[ \frac{10}{281} - \frac{16}{3} = -6\frac592843 \]

Understanding Fraction Subtraction

How to Subtract Fractions

To subtract fractions, you need to ensure they have a common denominator. Then subtract the numerators:

\( \frac{a}{b} - \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ad - bc}{bd} \) (when denominators are different)

Or simply \( \frac{a}{b} - \frac{c}{b} = \frac{a - c}{b} \) (when denominators are the same)

Why Simplify Fractions?

Simplifying fractions makes them easier to work with and understand. A fraction is in its simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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