Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/10 and 8/4 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 17/10 and 8/4?

The given fractions are 17/10 and 8/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/10 and 8/4

17/10 - 8/4

The LCM of 10 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 10, 4
5, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 5 x 2 = 20


= 17 x 2 - 8 x 5/20

= 34 - 40/20

= -6/20

= -3/10

Result: -3/10

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/10 and 8/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/10 and 8/4?

To subtract fractions 17/10 and 8/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 4 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -3/10.

2. What is 17/10 minus 8/4 as a fraction?

17/10 minus 8/4 as a fraction is equal to -3/10.

3. How to subtract 17/10 and 8/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/10 and 8/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -3/10 quickly.