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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 10/18 and 12/2 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 10/18 and 12/2?

The given fractions are 10/18 and 12/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 10/18 and 12/2

10/18 - 12/2

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

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


= 10 x 1 - 12 x 9/18

= 10 - 108/18

= -98/18

= -49/9

Result: -49/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 10/18 and 12/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 10/18 and 12/2?

To subtract fractions 10/18 and 12/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 2 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -49/9.

2. What is 10/18 minus 12/2 as a fraction?

10/18 minus 12/2 as a fraction is equal to -49/9.

3. How to subtract 10/18 and 12/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 10/18 and 12/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -49/9 quickly.