Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/2 and 9/15 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 9/15?

The given fractions are 17/2 and 9/15

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/2 and 9/15

17/2 - 9/15

The LCM of 2 and 15 (denominators of the fractions) is 30

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 30


= 17 x 15 - 9 x 2/30

= 255 - 18/30

= 237/30

= 79/10

Result: 79/10

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/2 and 9/15

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/2 and 9/15?

To subtract fractions 17/2 and 9/15 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 15 value i.e 30. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 79/10.

2. What is 17/2 minus 9/15 as a fraction?

17/2 minus 9/15 as a fraction is equal to 79/10.

3. How to subtract 17/2 and 9/15 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/2 and 9/15 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 79/10 quickly.