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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 18/12 and 6/3 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 6/3?

The given fractions are 18/12 and 6/3

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 18/12 and 6/3

18/12 - 6/3

The LCM of 12 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
3 12, 3
4, 1

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 4 x 1 = 12


= 18 x 1 - 6 x 4/12

= 18 - 24/12

= -6/12

= -1/2

Result: -1/2

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 18/12 and 6/3

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 18/12 and 6/3?

To subtract fractions 18/12 and 6/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 12 and 3 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/2.

2. What is 18/12 minus 6/3 as a fraction?

18/12 minus 6/3 as a fraction is equal to -1/2.

3. How to subtract 18/12 and 6/3 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 18/12 and 6/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/2 quickly.