Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/2 and 20/14 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 20/14?

The given fractions are 17/2 and 20/14

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/2 and 20/14

17/2 - 20/14

The LCM of 2 and 14 (denominators of the fractions) is 14
2 2, 14
1, 7

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 7 = 14


= 17 x 7 - 20 x 1/14

= 119 - 20/14

= 99/14

Result: 99/14

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/2 and 20/14

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/2 and 20/14?

To subtract fractions 17/2 and 20/14 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 14 value i.e 14. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 99/14.

2. What is 17/2 minus 20/14 as a fraction?

17/2 minus 20/14 as a fraction is equal to 99/14.

3. How to subtract 17/2 and 20/14 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/2 and 20/14 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 99/14 quickly.