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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/18 and 4/4 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 16/18 and 4/4?

The given fractions are 16/18 and 4/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/18 and 4/4

16/18 - 4/4

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


= 16 x 2 - 4 x 9/36

= 32 - 36/36

= -4/36

= -1/9

Result: -1/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/18 and 4/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/18 and 4/4?

To subtract fractions 16/18 and 4/4 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 -1/9.

2. What is 16/18 minus 4/4 as a fraction?

16/18 minus 4/4 as a fraction is equal to -1/9.

3. How to subtract 16/18 and 4/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/18 and 4/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/9 quickly.