Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/1 and 3/6 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 3/6?

The given fractions are 17/1 and 3/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/1 and 3/6

17/1 - 3/6

The LCM of 1 and 6 (denominators of the fractions) is 6

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 6


= 17 x 6 - 3 x 1/6

= 102 - 3/6

= 99/6

= 33/2

Result: 33/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/1 and 3/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/1 and 3/6?

To subtract fractions 17/1 and 3/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 6 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 33/2.

2. What is 17/1 minus 3/6 as a fraction?

17/1 minus 3/6 as a fraction is equal to 33/2.

3. How to subtract 17/1 and 3/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/1 and 3/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 33/2 quickly.