Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 18/12 and 18/7

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

18/12 - 18/7

The LCM of 12 and 7 (denominators of the fractions) is 84

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 84


= 18 x 7 - 18 x 12/84

= 126 - 216/84

= -90/84

= -15/14

Result: -15/14

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

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

To subtract fractions 18/12 and 18/7 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 7 value i.e 84. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -15/14.

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

18/12 minus 18/7 as a fraction is equal to -15/14.

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

You have to give these numbers 18/12 and 18/7 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -15/14 quickly.