Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 6/4 and 17/10 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 6/4 and 17/10?

The given fractions are 6/4 and 17/10

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 6/4 and 17/10

6/4 - 17/10

The LCM of 4 and 10 (denominators of the fractions) is 20
2 4, 10
2, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 5 = 20


= 6 x 5 - 17 x 2/20

= 30 - 34/20

= -4/20

= -1/5

Result: -1/5

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 6/4 and 17/10

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 6/4 and 17/10?

To subtract fractions 6/4 and 17/10 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 10 value i.e 20. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/5.

2. What is 6/4 minus 17/10 as a fraction?

6/4 minus 17/10 as a fraction is equal to -1/5.

3. How to subtract 6/4 and 17/10 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 6/4 and 17/10 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/5 quickly.