Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/14 and 16/4 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 8/14 and 16/4?

The given fractions are 8/14 and 16/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/14 and 16/4

8/14 - 16/4

The LCM of 14 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 28
2 14, 4
7, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 7 x 2 = 28


= 8 x 2 - 16 x 7/28

= 16 - 112/28

= -96/28

= -24/7

Result: -24/7

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/14 and 16/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/14 and 16/4?

To subtract fractions 8/14 and 16/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 14 and 4 value i.e 28. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -24/7.

2. What is 8/14 minus 16/4 as a fraction?

8/14 minus 16/4 as a fraction is equal to -24/7.

3. How to subtract 8/14 and 16/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/14 and 16/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -24/7 quickly.