Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/4 and 1/9 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 1/4 and 1/9?

The given fractions are 1/4 and 1/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/4 and 1/9

1/4 - 1/9

The LCM of 4 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 36

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 36


= 1 x 9 - 1 x 4/36

= 9 - 4/36

= 5/36

Result: 5/36

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/4 and 1/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/4 and 1/9?

To subtract fractions 1/4 and 1/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 9 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 5/36.

2. What is 1/4 minus 1/9 as a fraction?

1/4 minus 1/9 as a fraction is equal to 5/36.

3. How to subtract 1/4 and 1/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/4 and 1/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 5/36 quickly.