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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 12/18 and 18/12

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

12/18 - 18/12

The LCM of 18 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 36
2 18, 12
3 9, 6
3, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 3 x 3 x 2 = 36


= 12 x 2 - 18 x 3/36

= 24 - 54/36

= -30/36

= -5/6

Result: -5/6

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

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

To subtract fractions 12/18 and 18/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 12 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -5/6.

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

12/18 minus 18/12 as a fraction is equal to -5/6.

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

You have to give these numbers 12/18 and 18/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -5/6 quickly.