Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/3 and 14/8 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 17/3 and 14/8?

The given fractions are 17/3 and 14/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/3 and 14/8

17/3 - 14/8

The LCM of 3 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 24

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 24


= 17 x 8 - 14 x 3/24

= 136 - 42/24

= 94/24

= 47/12

Result: 47/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/3 and 14/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/3 and 14/8?

To subtract fractions 17/3 and 14/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 8 value i.e 24. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 47/12.

2. What is 17/3 minus 14/8 as a fraction?

17/3 minus 14/8 as a fraction is equal to 47/12.

3. How to subtract 17/3 and 14/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/3 and 14/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 47/12 quickly.