Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/7 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 4/7 and 8/2?

The given fractions are 4/7 and 8/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/7 and 8/2

4/7 - 8/2

The LCM of 7 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 14

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 14


= 4 x 2 - 8 x 7/14

= 8 - 56/14

= -48/14

= -24/7

Result: -24/7

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/7 and 8/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/7 and 8/2?

To subtract fractions 4/7 and 8/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 2 value i.e 14. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -24/7.

2. What is 4/7 minus 8/2 as a fraction?

4/7 minus 8/2 as a fraction is equal to -24/7.

3. How to subtract 4/7 and 8/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/7 and 8/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -24/7 quickly.