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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/18 and 12/6 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 1/18 and 12/6?

The given fractions are 1/18 and 12/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/18 and 12/6

1/18 - 12/6

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

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


= 1 x 1 - 12 x 3/18

= 1 - 36/18

= -35/18

Result: -35/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/18 and 12/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/18 and 12/6?

To subtract fractions 1/18 and 12/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 6 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -35/18.

2. What is 1/18 minus 12/6 as a fraction?

1/18 minus 12/6 as a fraction is equal to -35/18.

3. How to subtract 1/18 and 12/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/18 and 12/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -35/18 quickly.