What is the result of subtracting the fractions 3 8/16 - 1 5/16?

To find the result of subtracting the fractions (3 \frac{8}{16} - 1 \frac{5}{16}), it’s ideal to first convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions.

The mixed number (3 \frac{8}{16}) can be converted as follows:

1. Multiply the whole number part (3) by the denominator (16): (3 \times 16 = 48).

2. Add the numerator (8): (48 + 8 = 56).

3. Thus, (3 \frac{8}{16} = \frac{56}{16}).

Similarly, convert the mixed number (1 \frac{5}{16}):

1. Multiply the whole number part (1) by the denominator (16): (1 \times 16 = 16).

2. Add the numerator (5): (16 + 5 = 21).

3. Thus, (1 \frac{5}{16} = \frac{21}{16}).

Now we can perform the subtraction:

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\frac{56}{16} - \frac{21}{16} = \frac{56 - 21}{16} = \frac{