Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/1 and 17/4 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 14/1 and 17/4?

The given fractions are 14/1 and 17/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/1 and 17/4

14/1 - 17/4

The LCM of 1 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 4

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 4


= 14 x 4 - 17 x 1/4

= 56 - 17/4

= 39/4

Result: 39/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/1 and 17/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/1 and 17/4?

To subtract fractions 14/1 and 17/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 4 value i.e 4. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 39/4.

2. What is 14/1 minus 17/4 as a fraction?

14/1 minus 17/4 as a fraction is equal to 39/4.

3. How to subtract 14/1 and 17/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/1 and 17/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 39/4 quickly.