Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 9/5 and 17/7 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 9/5 and 17/7?

The given fractions are 9/5 and 17/7

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 9/5 and 17/7

9/5 - 17/7

The LCM of 5 and 7 (denominators of the fractions) is 35

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 35


= 9 x 7 - 17 x 5/35

= 63 - 85/35

= -22/35

Result: -22/35

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 9/5 and 17/7

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 9/5 and 17/7?

To subtract fractions 9/5 and 17/7 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 7 value i.e 35. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -22/35.

2. What is 9/5 minus 17/7 as a fraction?

9/5 minus 17/7 as a fraction is equal to -22/35.

3. How to subtract 9/5 and 17/7 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 9/5 and 17/7 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -22/35 quickly.