Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/8 and 17/1 with the help of the handy tool Subtraction of Fractions Calculator and get the detailed step-by-step answer.




=

How do you Subtract Fractions 4/8 and 17/1?

The given fractions are 4/8 and 17/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/8 and 17/1

4/8 - 17/1

The LCM of 8 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 8

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 8


= 4 x 1 - 17 x 8/8

= 4 - 136/8

= -132/8

= -33/2

Result: -33/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/8 and 17/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/8 and 17/1?

To subtract fractions 4/8 and 17/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 1 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -33/2.

2. What is 4/8 minus 17/1 as a fraction?

4/8 minus 17/1 as a fraction is equal to -33/2.

3. How to subtract 4/8 and 17/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/8 and 17/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -33/2 quickly.