Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/4 and 4/1 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 2/4 and 4/1?

The given fractions are 2/4 and 4/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/4 and 4/1

2/4 - 4/1

The LCM of 4 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 4

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 4


= 2 x 1 - 4 x 4/4

= 2 - 16/4

= -14/4

= -7/2

Result: -7/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/4 and 4/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/4 and 4/1?

To subtract fractions 2/4 and 4/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 1 value i.e 4. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -7/2.

2. What is 2/4 minus 4/1 as a fraction?

2/4 minus 4/1 as a fraction is equal to -7/2.

3. How to subtract 2/4 and 4/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/4 and 4/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -7/2 quickly.