Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/7 and 7/14 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 8/7 and 7/14?

The given fractions are 8/7 and 7/14

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/7 and 7/14

8/7 - 7/14

The LCM of 7 and 14 (denominators of the fractions) is 14
7 7, 14
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 7 x 1 x 2 = 14


= 8 x 2 - 7 x 1/14

= 16 - 7/14

= 9/14

Result: 9/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/7 and 7/14

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/7 and 7/14?

To subtract fractions 8/7 and 7/14 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 14 value i.e 14. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 9/14.

2. What is 8/7 minus 7/14 as a fraction?

8/7 minus 7/14 as a fraction is equal to 9/14.

3. How to subtract 8/7 and 7/14 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/7 and 7/14 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 9/14 quickly.