Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/18 and 20/18 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 20/18?

The given fractions are 12/18 and 20/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/18 and 20/18

12/18 - 20/18

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 12/18 and 20/18 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 12 - 20/18

= -8/18

= -4/9

Result: -4/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/18 and 20/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/18 and 20/18?

To subtract fractions 12/18 and 20/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 18 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -4/9.

2. What is 12/18 minus 20/18 as a fraction?

12/18 minus 20/18 as a fraction is equal to -4/9.

3. How to subtract 12/18 and 20/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/18 and 20/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -4/9 quickly.