Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/18 and 15/8 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 17/18 and 15/8?

The given fractions are 17/18 and 15/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/18 and 15/8

17/18 - 15/8

The LCM of 18 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 72
2 18, 8
9, 4

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 9 x 4 = 72


= 17 x 4 - 15 x 9/72

= 68 - 135/72

= -67/72

Result: -67/72

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/18 and 15/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/18 and 15/8?

To subtract fractions 17/18 and 15/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 8 value i.e 72. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -67/72.

2. What is 17/18 minus 15/8 as a fraction?

17/18 minus 15/8 as a fraction is equal to -67/72.

3. How to subtract 17/18 and 15/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/18 and 15/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -67/72 quickly.