Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/14 and 16/1 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 17/14 and 16/1?

The given fractions are 17/14 and 16/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/14 and 16/1

17/14 - 16/1

The LCM of 14 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 14

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 14


= 17 x 1 - 16 x 14/14

= 17 - 224/14

= -207/14

Result: -207/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/14 and 16/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/14 and 16/1?

To subtract fractions 17/14 and 16/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 14 and 1 value i.e 14. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -207/14.

2. What is 17/14 minus 16/1 as a fraction?

17/14 minus 16/1 as a fraction is equal to -207/14.

3. How to subtract 17/14 and 16/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/14 and 16/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -207/14 quickly.