Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/17 and 14/4 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 16/17 and 14/4?

The given fractions are 16/17 and 14/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/17 and 14/4

16/17 - 14/4

The LCM of 17 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 68

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 68


= 16 x 4 - 14 x 17/68

= 64 - 238/68

= -174/68

= -87/34

Result: -87/34

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/17 and 14/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/17 and 14/4?

To subtract fractions 16/17 and 14/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 17 and 4 value i.e 68. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -87/34.

2. What is 16/17 minus 14/4 as a fraction?

16/17 minus 14/4 as a fraction is equal to -87/34.

3. How to subtract 16/17 and 14/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/17 and 14/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -87/34 quickly.