Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/2 and 18/9 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 18/9?

The given fractions are 1/2 and 18/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/2 and 18/9

1/2 - 18/9

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

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 18


= 1 x 9 - 18 x 2/18

= 9 - 36/18

= -27/18

= -3/2

Result: -3/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/2 and 18/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/2 and 18/9?

To subtract fractions 1/2 and 18/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 9 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -3/2.

2. What is 1/2 minus 18/9 as a fraction?

1/2 minus 18/9 as a fraction is equal to -3/2.

3. How to subtract 1/2 and 18/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/2 and 18/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -3/2 quickly.