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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/3 and 3/15 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 17/3 and 3/15?

The given fractions are 17/3 and 3/15

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/3 and 3/15

17/3 - 3/15

The LCM of 3 and 15 (denominators of the fractions) is 15
3 3, 15
1, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 1 x 5 = 15


= 17 x 5 - 3 x 1/15

= 85 - 3/15

= 82/15

Result: 82/15

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/3 and 3/15

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/3 and 3/15?

To subtract fractions 17/3 and 3/15 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 15 value i.e 15. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 82/15.

2. What is 17/3 minus 3/15 as a fraction?

17/3 minus 3/15 as a fraction is equal to 82/15.

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

You have to give these numbers 17/3 and 3/15 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 82/15 quickly.