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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/12 and 4/3 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 17/12 and 4/3?

The given fractions are 17/12 and 4/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/12 and 4/3

17/12 - 4/3

The LCM of 12 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
3 12, 3
4, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 4 x 1 = 12


= 17 x 1 - 4 x 4/12

= 17 - 16/12

= 1/12

Result: 1/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/12 and 4/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/12 and 4/3?

To subtract fractions 17/12 and 4/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 3 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/12.

2. What is 17/12 minus 4/3 as a fraction?

17/12 minus 4/3 as a fraction is equal to 1/12.

3. How to subtract 17/12 and 4/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/12 and 4/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/12 quickly.