Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/6 and 11/14 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 1/6 and 11/14?

The given fractions are 1/6 and 11/14

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/6 and 11/14

1/6 - 11/14

The LCM of 6 and 14 (denominators of the fractions) is 42
2 6, 14
3, 7

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 3 x 7 = 42


= 1 x 7 - 11 x 3/42

= 7 - 33/42

= -26/42

= -13/21

Result: -13/21

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/6 and 11/14

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/6 and 11/14?

To subtract fractions 1/6 and 11/14 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 14 value i.e 42. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/21.

2. What is 1/6 minus 11/14 as a fraction?

1/6 minus 11/14 as a fraction is equal to -13/21.

3. How to subtract 1/6 and 11/14 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/6 and 11/14 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/21 quickly.