Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 14/5 and 14/2

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

14/5 - 14/2

The LCM of 5 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 10

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 10


= 14 x 2 - 14 x 5/10

= 28 - 70/10

= -42/10

= -21/5

Result: -21/5

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

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

To subtract fractions 14/5 and 14/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 2 value i.e 10. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -21/5.

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

14/5 minus 14/2 as a fraction is equal to -21/5.

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

You have to give these numbers 14/5 and 14/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -21/5 quickly.