Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 14/3 and 20/17 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 14/3 and 20/17?

The given fractions are 14/3 and 20/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 14/3 and 20/17

14/3 - 20/17

The LCM of 3 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 51

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 51


= 14 x 17 - 20 x 3/51

= 238 - 60/51

= 178/51

Result: 178/51

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 14/3 and 20/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 14/3 and 20/17?

To subtract fractions 14/3 and 20/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 17 value i.e 51. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 178/51.

2. What is 14/3 minus 20/17 as a fraction?

14/3 minus 20/17 as a fraction is equal to 178/51.

3. How to subtract 14/3 and 20/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 14/3 and 20/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 178/51 quickly.