Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/8 and 6/18 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 17/8 and 6/18?

The given fractions are 17/8 and 6/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/8 and 6/18

17/8 - 6/18

The LCM of 8 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 72
2 8, 18
4, 9

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 4 x 9 = 72


= 17 x 9 - 6 x 4/72

= 153 - 24/72

= 129/72

= 43/24

Result: 43/24

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/8 and 6/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/8 and 6/18?

To subtract fractions 17/8 and 6/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 18 value i.e 72. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 43/24.

2. What is 17/8 minus 6/18 as a fraction?

17/8 minus 6/18 as a fraction is equal to 43/24.

3. How to subtract 17/8 and 6/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/8 and 6/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 43/24 quickly.