Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/9 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 8/9 and 20/17?

The given fractions are 8/9 and 20/17

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/9 and 20/17

8/9 - 20/17

The LCM of 9 and 17 (denominators of the fractions) is 153

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 153


= 8 x 17 - 20 x 9/153

= 136 - 180/153

= -44/153

Result: -44/153

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/9 and 20/17

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/9 and 20/17?

To subtract fractions 8/9 and 20/17 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 17 value i.e 153. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -44/153.

2. What is 8/9 minus 20/17 as a fraction?

8/9 minus 20/17 as a fraction is equal to -44/153.

3. How to subtract 8/9 and 20/17 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/9 and 20/17 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -44/153 quickly.