Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/7 and 16/7 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 2/7 and 16/7?

The given fractions are 2/7 and 16/7

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/7 and 16/7

2/7 - 16/7

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 2/7 and 16/7 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 2 - 16/7

= -14/7

= -2/1

Result: -2/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/7 and 16/7

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/7 and 16/7?

To subtract fractions 2/7 and 16/7 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 7 value i.e 7. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -2/1.

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

2/7 minus 16/7 as a fraction is equal to -2/1.

3. How to subtract 2/7 and 16/7 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/7 and 16/7 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -2/1 quickly.