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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 7/17 and 9/2 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 7/17 and 9/2?

The given fractions are 7/17 and 9/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 7/17 and 9/2

7/17 - 9/2

The LCM of 17 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 34

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 34


= 7 x 2 - 9 x 17/34

= 14 - 153/34

= -139/34

Result: -139/34

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 7/17 and 9/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 7/17 and 9/2?

To subtract fractions 7/17 and 9/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 17 and 2 value i.e 34. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -139/34.

2. What is 7/17 minus 9/2 as a fraction?

7/17 minus 9/2 as a fraction is equal to -139/34.

3. How to subtract 7/17 and 9/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 7/17 and 9/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -139/34 quickly.