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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/16 and 17/3 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 2/16 and 17/3?

The given fractions are 2/16 and 17/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/16 and 17/3

2/16 - 17/3

The LCM of 16 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 48

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 48


= 2 x 3 - 17 x 16/48

= 6 - 272/48

= -266/48

= -133/24

Result: -133/24

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/16 and 17/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/16 and 17/3?

To subtract fractions 2/16 and 17/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 3 value i.e 48. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -133/24.

2. What is 2/16 minus 17/3 as a fraction?

2/16 minus 17/3 as a fraction is equal to -133/24.

3. How to subtract 2/16 and 17/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/16 and 17/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -133/24 quickly.