Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/9 and 12/4 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 17/9 and 12/4?

The given fractions are 17/9 and 12/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/9 and 12/4

17/9 - 12/4

The LCM of 9 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 36

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 36


= 17 x 4 - 12 x 9/36

= 68 - 108/36

= -40/36

= -10/9

Result: -10/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/9 and 12/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/9 and 12/4?

To subtract fractions 17/9 and 12/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 4 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -10/9.

2. What is 17/9 minus 12/4 as a fraction?

17/9 minus 12/4 as a fraction is equal to -10/9.

3. How to subtract 17/9 and 12/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/9 and 12/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -10/9 quickly.