Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/7 and 7/8 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 14/7 and 7/8?

The given fractions are 14/7 and 7/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/7 and 7/8

14/7 - 7/8

The LCM of 7 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 56

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 56


= 14 x 8 - 7 x 7/56

= 112 - 49/56

= 63/56

= 9/8

Result: 9/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/7 and 7/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/7 and 7/8?

To subtract fractions 14/7 and 7/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 8 value i.e 56. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 9/8.

2. What is 14/7 minus 7/8 as a fraction?

14/7 minus 7/8 as a fraction is equal to 9/8.

3. How to subtract 14/7 and 7/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/7 and 7/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 9/8 quickly.