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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/18 and 16/6 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 12/18 and 16/6?

The given fractions are 12/18 and 16/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/18 and 16/6

12/18 - 16/6

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


= 12 x 1 - 16 x 3/18

= 12 - 48/18

= -36/18

= -2/1

Result: -2/1

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/18 and 16/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/18 and 16/6?

To subtract fractions 12/18 and 16/6 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 -2/1.

2. What is 12/18 minus 16/6 as a fraction?

12/18 minus 16/6 as a fraction is equal to -2/1.

3. How to subtract 12/18 and 16/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/18 and 16/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -2/1 quickly.