Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/9 and 6/16 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 6/16?

The given fractions are 17/9 and 6/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/9 and 6/16

17/9 - 6/16

The LCM of 9 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 144

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 144


= 17 x 16 - 6 x 9/144

= 272 - 54/144

= 218/144

= 109/72

Result: 109/72

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/9 and 6/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/9 and 6/16?

To subtract fractions 17/9 and 6/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 16 value i.e 144. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 109/72.

2. What is 17/9 minus 6/16 as a fraction?

17/9 minus 6/16 as a fraction is equal to 109/72.

3. How to subtract 17/9 and 6/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/9 and 6/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 109/72 quickly.