17 minus 9

Understand the Problem

The question is asking us to perform a simple subtraction operation, specifically to subtract 9 from 17.

Answer

$8$
Answer for screen readers

The final answer is $8$.

Steps to Solve

  1. Identify the numbers to subtract

We have two numbers: 17 (the minuend) and 9 (the subtrahend).

  1. Set up the subtraction operation

We can express the operation we need to perform as:

$$ 17 - 9 $$

  1. Perform the subtraction

Now, we subtract 9 from 17:

$$ 17 - 9 = 8 $$

The final answer is $8$.

More Information

Subtracting 9 from 17 gives us the result of 8, which is a simple arithmetic operation. This problem helps reinforce the basic concept of subtraction.

Tips

  • A common mistake is miscalculating the numbers. To avoid this, make sure to start counting down from the minuend clearly.
  • Another mistake could be confusing the minuend and subtrahend. Always remember that the minuend is the number from which another number is being subtracted.

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