Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 12/18 and 7/4 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 7/4?

The given fractions are 12/18 and 7/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 12/18 and 7/4

12/18 - 7/4

The LCM of 18 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 36
2 18, 4
9, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 9 x 2 = 36


= 12 x 2 - 7 x 9/36

= 24 - 63/36

= -39/36

= -13/12

Result: -13/12

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 12/18 and 7/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 12/18 and 7/4?

To subtract fractions 12/18 and 7/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 4 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -13/12.

2. What is 12/18 minus 7/4 as a fraction?

12/18 minus 7/4 as a fraction is equal to -13/12.

3. How to subtract 12/18 and 7/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 12/18 and 7/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -13/12 quickly.