Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/9 and 12/17 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 4/9 and 12/17?

The given fractions are 4/9 and 12/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/9 and 12/17

4/9 - 12/17

The LCM of 9 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 153

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 153


= 4 x 17 - 12 x 9/153

= 68 - 108/153

= -40/153

Result: -40/153

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/9 and 12/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/9 and 12/17?

To subtract fractions 4/9 and 12/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 17 value i.e 153. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -40/153.

2. What is 4/9 minus 12/17 as a fraction?

4/9 minus 12/17 as a fraction is equal to -40/153.

3. How to subtract 4/9 and 12/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/9 and 12/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -40/153 quickly.