Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/8 and 6/1 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 14/8 and 6/1?

The given fractions are 14/8 and 6/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/8 and 6/1

14/8 - 6/1

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

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


= 14 x 1 - 6 x 8/8

= 14 - 48/8

= -34/8

= -17/4

Result: -17/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/8 and 6/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/8 and 6/1?

To subtract fractions 14/8 and 6/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 1 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -17/4.

2. What is 14/8 minus 6/1 as a fraction?

14/8 minus 6/1 as a fraction is equal to -17/4.

3. How to subtract 14/8 and 6/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/8 and 6/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -17/4 quickly.