Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/1 and 14/4 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 17/1 and 14/4?

The given fractions are 17/1 and 14/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/1 and 14/4

17/1 - 14/4

The LCM of 1 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 4

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 4


= 17 x 4 - 14 x 1/4

= 68 - 14/4

= 54/4

= 27/2

Result: 27/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/1 and 14/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/1 and 14/4?

To subtract fractions 17/1 and 14/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 4 value i.e 4. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 27/2.

2. What is 17/1 minus 14/4 as a fraction?

17/1 minus 14/4 as a fraction is equal to 27/2.

3. How to subtract 17/1 and 14/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/1 and 14/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 27/2 quickly.