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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 16/9 and 18/4 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 16/9 and 18/4?

The given fractions are 16/9 and 18/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 16/9 and 18/4

16/9 - 18/4

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

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 36


= 16 x 4 - 18 x 9/36

= 64 - 162/36

= -98/36

= -49/18

Result: -49/18

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 16/9 and 18/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 16/9 and 18/4?

To subtract fractions 16/9 and 18/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 4 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -49/18.

2. What is 16/9 minus 18/4 as a fraction?

16/9 minus 18/4 as a fraction is equal to -49/18.

3. How to subtract 16/9 and 18/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 16/9 and 18/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -49/18 quickly.