Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/16 and 14/7 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 1/16 and 14/7?

The given fractions are 1/16 and 14/7

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/16 and 14/7

1/16 - 14/7

The LCM of 16 and 7 (denominators of the fractions) is 112

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 112


= 1 x 7 - 14 x 16/112

= 7 - 224/112

= -217/112

= -31/16

Result: -31/16

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/16 and 14/7

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/16 and 14/7?

To subtract fractions 1/16 and 14/7 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 7 value i.e 112. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -31/16.

2. What is 1/16 minus 14/7 as a fraction?

1/16 minus 14/7 as a fraction is equal to -31/16.

3. How to subtract 1/16 and 14/7 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/16 and 14/7 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -31/16 quickly.