Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 6/7 and 16/17 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 6/7 and 16/17?

The given fractions are 6/7 and 16/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 6/7 and 16/17

6/7 - 16/17

The LCM of 7 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 119

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 119


= 6 x 17 - 16 x 7/119

= 102 - 112/119

= -10/119

Result: -10/119

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 6/7 and 16/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 6/7 and 16/17?

To subtract fractions 6/7 and 16/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 17 value i.e 119. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -10/119.

2. What is 6/7 minus 16/17 as a fraction?

6/7 minus 16/17 as a fraction is equal to -10/119.

3. How to subtract 6/7 and 16/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 6/7 and 16/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -10/119 quickly.