Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/7 and 14/3 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 16/7 and 14/3?

The given fractions are 16/7 and 14/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/7 and 14/3

16/7 - 14/3

The LCM of 7 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 21

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 21


= 16 x 3 - 14 x 7/21

= 48 - 98/21

= -50/21

Result: -50/21

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/7 and 14/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/7 and 14/3?

To subtract fractions 16/7 and 14/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 3 value i.e 21. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -50/21.

2. What is 16/7 minus 14/3 as a fraction?

16/7 minus 14/3 as a fraction is equal to -50/21.

3. How to subtract 16/7 and 14/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/7 and 14/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -50/21 quickly.