Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/1 and 8/2 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 2/1 and 8/2?

The given fractions are 2/1 and 8/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/1 and 8/2

2/1 - 8/2

The LCM of 1 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 2

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 2


= 2 x 2 - 8 x 1/2

= 4 - 8/2

= -4/2

= -2/1

Result: -2/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/1 and 8/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/1 and 8/2?

To subtract fractions 2/1 and 8/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 2 value i.e 2. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -2/1.

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

2/1 minus 8/2 as a fraction is equal to -2/1.

3. How to subtract 2/1 and 8/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/1 and 8/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -2/1 quickly.