Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/13 and 13/17 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 17/13 and 13/17?

The given fractions are 17/13 and 13/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/13 and 13/17

17/13 - 13/17

The LCM of 13 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 221

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 221


= 17 x 17 - 13 x 13/221

= 289 - 169/221

= 120/221

Result: 120/221

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/13 and 13/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/13 and 13/17?

To subtract fractions 17/13 and 13/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 13 and 17 value i.e 221. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 120/221.

2. What is 17/13 minus 13/17 as a fraction?

17/13 minus 13/17 as a fraction is equal to 120/221.

3. How to subtract 17/13 and 13/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/13 and 13/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 120/221 quickly.