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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/4 and 17/17 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 3/4 and 17/17?

The given fractions are 3/4 and 17/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/4 and 17/17

3/4 - 17/17

The LCM of 4 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 68

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 68


= 3 x 17 - 17 x 4/68

= 51 - 68/68

= -17/68

= -1/4

Result: -1/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/4 and 17/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/4 and 17/17?

To subtract fractions 3/4 and 17/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 17 value i.e 68. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/4.

2. What is 3/4 minus 17/17 as a fraction?

3/4 minus 17/17 as a fraction is equal to -1/4.

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

You have to give these numbers 3/4 and 17/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/4 quickly.