Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/4 and 17/10 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 1/4 and 17/10?

The given fractions are 1/4 and 17/10

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/4 and 17/10

1/4 - 17/10

The LCM of 4 and 10 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 4, 10
2, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 5 = 20


= 1 x 5 - 17 x 2/20

= 5 - 34/20

= -29/20

Result: -29/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/4 and 17/10

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/4 and 17/10?

To subtract fractions 1/4 and 17/10 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 10 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -29/20.

2. What is 1/4 minus 17/10 as a fraction?

1/4 minus 17/10 as a fraction is equal to -29/20.

3. How to subtract 1/4 and 17/10 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/4 and 17/10 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -29/20 quickly.