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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/6 and 17/18 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 8/6 and 17/18?

The given fractions are 8/6 and 17/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/6 and 17/18

8/6 - 17/18

The LCM of 6 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
2 6, 18
3 3, 9
1, 3

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 3 x 1 x 3 = 18


= 8 x 3 - 17 x 1/18

= 24 - 17/18

= 7/18

Result: 7/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/6 and 17/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/6 and 17/18?

To subtract fractions 8/6 and 17/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 6 and 18 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 7/18.

2. What is 8/6 minus 17/18 as a fraction?

8/6 minus 17/18 as a fraction is equal to 7/18.

3. How to subtract 8/6 and 17/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/6 and 17/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 7/18 quickly.