Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/1 and 5/17 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 3/1 and 5/17?

The given fractions are 3/1 and 5/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/1 and 5/17

3/1 - 5/17

The LCM of 1 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 17

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 17


= 3 x 17 - 5 x 1/17

= 51 - 5/17

= 46/17

Result: 46/17

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/1 and 5/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/1 and 5/17?

To subtract fractions 3/1 and 5/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 17 value i.e 17. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 46/17.

2. What is 3/1 minus 5/17 as a fraction?

3/1 minus 5/17 as a fraction is equal to 46/17.

3. How to subtract 3/1 and 5/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/1 and 5/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 46/17 quickly.