Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/17 and 2/3 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 1/17 and 2/3?

The given fractions are 1/17 and 2/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/17 and 2/3

1/17 - 2/3

The LCM of 17 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 51

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 51


= 1 x 3 - 2 x 17/51

= 3 - 34/51

= -31/51

Result: -31/51

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/17 and 2/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/17 and 2/3?

To subtract fractions 1/17 and 2/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 17 and 3 value i.e 51. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -31/51.

2. What is 1/17 minus 2/3 as a fraction?

1/17 minus 2/3 as a fraction is equal to -31/51.

3. How to subtract 1/17 and 2/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/17 and 2/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -31/51 quickly.