Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/14 and 4/8 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 16/14 and 4/8?

The given fractions are 16/14 and 4/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/14 and 4/8

16/14 - 4/8

The LCM of 14 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 56
2 14, 8
7, 4

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 7 x 4 = 56


= 16 x 4 - 4 x 7/56

= 64 - 28/56

= 36/56

= 9/14

Result: 9/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/14 and 4/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/14 and 4/8?

To subtract fractions 16/14 and 4/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 14 and 8 value i.e 56. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 9/14.

2. What is 16/14 minus 4/8 as a fraction?

16/14 minus 4/8 as a fraction is equal to 9/14.

3. How to subtract 16/14 and 4/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/14 and 4/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 9/14 quickly.