Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 7/1 and 20/17 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 7/1 and 20/17?

The given fractions are 7/1 and 20/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 7/1 and 20/17

7/1 - 20/17

The LCM of 1 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 17

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 17


= 7 x 17 - 20 x 1/17

= 119 - 20/17

= 99/17

Result: 99/17

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 7/1 and 20/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 7/1 and 20/17?

To subtract fractions 7/1 and 20/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 1 and 17 value i.e 17. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 99/17.

2. What is 7/1 minus 20/17 as a fraction?

7/1 minus 20/17 as a fraction is equal to 99/17.

3. How to subtract 7/1 and 20/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 7/1 and 20/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 99/17 quickly.