Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/1 and 17/12 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 5/1 and 17/12?

The given fractions are 5/1 and 17/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/1 and 17/12

5/1 - 17/12

The LCM of 1 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 12

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 12


= 5 x 12 - 17 x 1/12

= 60 - 17/12

= 43/12

Result: 43/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/1 and 17/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/1 and 17/12?

To subtract fractions 5/1 and 17/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 12 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 43/12.

2. What is 5/1 minus 17/12 as a fraction?

5/1 minus 17/12 as a fraction is equal to 43/12.

3. How to subtract 5/1 and 17/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/1 and 17/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 43/12 quickly.