Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/2 and 5/16 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 14/2 and 5/16?

The given fractions are 14/2 and 5/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/2 and 5/16

14/2 - 5/16

The LCM of 2 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 16
2 2, 16
1, 8

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 8 = 16


= 14 x 8 - 5 x 1/16

= 112 - 5/16

= 107/16

Result: 107/16

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/2 and 5/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/2 and 5/16?

To subtract fractions 14/2 and 5/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 16 value i.e 16. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 107/16.

2. What is 14/2 minus 5/16 as a fraction?

14/2 minus 5/16 as a fraction is equal to 107/16.

3. How to subtract 14/2 and 5/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/2 and 5/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 107/16 quickly.