Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/1 and 14/8 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 12/1 and 14/8?

The given fractions are 12/1 and 14/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/1 and 14/8

12/1 - 14/8

The LCM of 1 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 8

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 8


= 12 x 8 - 14 x 1/8

= 96 - 14/8

= 82/8

= 41/4

Result: 41/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/1 and 14/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/1 and 14/8?

To subtract fractions 12/1 and 14/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 8 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 41/4.

2. What is 12/1 minus 14/8 as a fraction?

12/1 minus 14/8 as a fraction is equal to 41/4.

3. How to subtract 12/1 and 14/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/1 and 14/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 41/4 quickly.