Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/17 and 6/4 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 8/17 and 6/4?

The given fractions are 8/17 and 6/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/17 and 6/4

8/17 - 6/4

The LCM of 17 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 68

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 68


= 8 x 4 - 6 x 17/68

= 32 - 102/68

= -70/68

= -35/34

Result: -35/34

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/17 and 6/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/17 and 6/4?

To subtract fractions 8/17 and 6/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 17 and 4 value i.e 68. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -35/34.

2. What is 8/17 minus 6/4 as a fraction?

8/17 minus 6/4 as a fraction is equal to -35/34.

3. How to subtract 8/17 and 6/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/17 and 6/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -35/34 quickly.