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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/2 and 11/9 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 17/2 and 11/9?

The given fractions are 17/2 and 11/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/2 and 11/9

17/2 - 11/9

The LCM of 2 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 18

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 18


= 17 x 9 - 11 x 2/18

= 153 - 22/18

= 131/18

Result: 131/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/2 and 11/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/2 and 11/9?

To subtract fractions 17/2 and 11/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 9 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 131/18.

2. What is 17/2 minus 11/9 as a fraction?

17/2 minus 11/9 as a fraction is equal to 131/18.

3. How to subtract 17/2 and 11/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/2 and 11/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 131/18 quickly.