Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/8 and 9/14 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 17/8 and 9/14?

The given fractions are 17/8 and 9/14

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/8 and 9/14

17/8 - 9/14

The LCM of 8 and 14 (denominators of the fractions) is 56
2 8, 14
4, 7

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 4 x 7 = 56


= 17 x 7 - 9 x 4/56

= 119 - 36/56

= 83/56

Result: 83/56

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/8 and 9/14

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/8 and 9/14?

To subtract fractions 17/8 and 9/14 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 14 value i.e 56. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 83/56.

2. What is 17/8 minus 9/14 as a fraction?

17/8 minus 9/14 as a fraction is equal to 83/56.

3. How to subtract 17/8 and 9/14 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/8 and 9/14 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 83/56 quickly.