Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 7/2 and 11/8 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 7/2 and 11/8?

The given fractions are 7/2 and 11/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 7/2 and 11/8

7/2 - 11/8

The LCM of 2 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 8
2 2, 8
1, 4

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 4 = 8


= 7 x 4 - 11 x 1/8

= 28 - 11/8

= 17/8

Result: 17/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 7/2 and 11/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 7/2 and 11/8?

To subtract fractions 7/2 and 11/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 8 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 17/8.

2. What is 7/2 minus 11/8 as a fraction?

7/2 minus 11/8 as a fraction is equal to 17/8.

3. How to subtract 7/2 and 11/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 7/2 and 11/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 17/8 quickly.