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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/2 and 17/18 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 17/18?

The given fractions are 17/2 and 17/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/2 and 17/18

17/2 - 17/18

The LCM of 2 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
2 2, 18
1, 9

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 9 = 18


= 17 x 9 - 17 x 1/18

= 153 - 17/18

= 136/18

= 68/9

Result: 68/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/2 and 17/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/2 and 17/18?

To subtract fractions 17/2 and 17/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 18 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 68/9.

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

17/2 minus 17/18 as a fraction is equal to 68/9.

3. How to subtract 17/2 and 17/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/2 and 17/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 68/9 quickly.