Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/2 and 16/17 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 12/2 and 16/17?

The given fractions are 12/2 and 16/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/2 and 16/17

12/2 - 16/17

The LCM of 2 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 34

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 34


= 12 x 17 - 16 x 2/34

= 204 - 32/34

= 172/34

= 86/17

Result: 86/17

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/2 and 16/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/2 and 16/17?

To subtract fractions 12/2 and 16/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 17 value i.e 34. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 86/17.

2. What is 12/2 minus 16/17 as a fraction?

12/2 minus 16/17 as a fraction is equal to 86/17.

3. How to subtract 12/2 and 16/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/2 and 16/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 86/17 quickly.