Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/4 and 8/17 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 12/4 and 8/17?

The given fractions are 12/4 and 8/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/4 and 8/17

12/4 - 8/17

The LCM of 4 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 68

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 68


= 12 x 17 - 8 x 4/68

= 204 - 32/68

= 172/68

= 43/17

Result: 43/17

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/4 and 8/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/4 and 8/17?

To subtract fractions 12/4 and 8/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 17 value i.e 68. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 43/17.

2. What is 12/4 minus 8/17 as a fraction?

12/4 minus 8/17 as a fraction is equal to 43/17.

3. How to subtract 12/4 and 8/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/4 and 8/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 43/17 quickly.