Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/10 and 17/5 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 14/10 and 17/5?

The given fractions are 14/10 and 17/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/10 and 17/5

14/10 - 17/5

The LCM of 10 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 10
5 10, 5
2, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 5 x 2 x 1 = 10


= 14 x 1 - 17 x 2/10

= 14 - 34/10

= -20/10

= -2/1

Result: -2/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/10 and 17/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/10 and 17/5?

To subtract fractions 14/10 and 17/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 5 value i.e 10. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -2/1.

2. What is 14/10 minus 17/5 as a fraction?

14/10 minus 17/5 as a fraction is equal to -2/1.

3. How to subtract 14/10 and 17/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/10 and 17/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -2/1 quickly.