Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 10/14 and 17/7 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 10/14 and 17/7?

The given fractions are 10/14 and 17/7

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 10/14 and 17/7

10/14 - 17/7

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

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


= 10 x 1 - 17 x 2/14

= 10 - 34/14

= -24/14

= -12/7

Result: -12/7

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 10/14 and 17/7

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 10/14 and 17/7?

To subtract fractions 10/14 and 17/7 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 14 and 7 value i.e 14. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -12/7.

2. What is 10/14 minus 17/7 as a fraction?

10/14 minus 17/7 as a fraction is equal to -12/7.

3. How to subtract 10/14 and 17/7 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 10/14 and 17/7 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -12/7 quickly.