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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 17/9 and 8/18 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 17/9 and 8/18?

The given fractions are 17/9 and 8/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 17/9 and 8/18

17/9 - 8/18

The LCM of 9 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
3 9, 18
3 3, 6
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 1 x 2 = 18


= 17 x 2 - 8 x 1/18

= 34 - 8/18

= 26/18

= 13/9

Result: 13/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 17/9 and 8/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 17/9 and 8/18?

To subtract fractions 17/9 and 8/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 18 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 13/9.

2. What is 17/9 minus 8/18 as a fraction?

17/9 minus 8/18 as a fraction is equal to 13/9.

3. How to subtract 17/9 and 8/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 17/9 and 8/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 13/9 quickly.