Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/7 and 9/4 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 8/7 and 9/4?

The given fractions are 8/7 and 9/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/7 and 9/4

8/7 - 9/4

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

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 28


= 8 x 4 - 9 x 7/28

= 32 - 63/28

= -31/28

Result: -31/28

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/7 and 9/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/7 and 9/4?

To subtract fractions 8/7 and 9/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 4 value i.e 28. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -31/28.

2. What is 8/7 minus 9/4 as a fraction?

8/7 minus 9/4 as a fraction is equal to -31/28.

3. How to subtract 8/7 and 9/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/7 and 9/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -31/28 quickly.