Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/3 and 17/19 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 1/3 and 17/19?

The given fractions are 1/3 and 17/19

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/3 and 17/19

1/3 - 17/19

The LCM of 3 and 19 (denominators of the fractions) is 57

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 57


= 1 x 19 - 17 x 3/57

= 19 - 51/57

= -32/57

Result: -32/57

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/3 and 17/19

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/3 and 17/19?

To subtract fractions 1/3 and 17/19 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 19 value i.e 57. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -32/57.

2. What is 1/3 minus 17/19 as a fraction?

1/3 minus 17/19 as a fraction is equal to -32/57.

3. How to subtract 1/3 and 17/19 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/3 and 17/19 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -32/57 quickly.