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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/11 and 11/2 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 17/11 and 11/2?

The given fractions are 17/11 and 11/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/11 and 11/2

17/11 - 11/2

The LCM of 11 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 22

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 22


= 17 x 2 - 11 x 11/22

= 34 - 121/22

= -87/22

Result: -87/22

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/11 and 11/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/11 and 11/2?

To subtract fractions 17/11 and 11/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 11 and 2 value i.e 22. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -87/22.

2. What is 17/11 minus 11/2 as a fraction?

17/11 minus 11/2 as a fraction is equal to -87/22.

3. How to subtract 17/11 and 11/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/11 and 11/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -87/22 quickly.