Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/2 and 10/18 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 1/2 and 10/18?

The given fractions are 1/2 and 10/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/2 and 10/18

1/2 - 10/18

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

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 9 = 18


= 1 x 9 - 10 x 1/18

= 9 - 10/18

= -1/18

Result: -1/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/2 and 10/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/2 and 10/18?

To subtract fractions 1/2 and 10/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 18 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/18.

2. What is 1/2 minus 10/18 as a fraction?

1/2 minus 10/18 as a fraction is equal to -1/18.

3. How to subtract 1/2 and 10/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/2 and 10/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/18 quickly.