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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/18 and 7/6 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 16/18 and 7/6?

The given fractions are 16/18 and 7/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/18 and 7/6

16/18 - 7/6

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


= 16 x 1 - 7 x 3/18

= 16 - 21/18

= -5/18

Result: -5/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/18 and 7/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/18 and 7/6?

To subtract fractions 16/18 and 7/6 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 -5/18.

2. What is 16/18 minus 7/6 as a fraction?

16/18 minus 7/6 as a fraction is equal to -5/18.

3. How to subtract 16/18 and 7/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/18 and 7/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -5/18 quickly.