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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 18/16 and 6/1 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 18/16 and 6/1?

The given fractions are 18/16 and 6/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 18/16 and 6/1

18/16 - 6/1

The LCM of 16 and 1 (denominators of the fractions) is 16

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 16


= 18 x 1 - 6 x 16/16

= 18 - 96/16

= -78/16

= -39/8

Result: -39/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 18/16 and 6/1

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

To subtract fractions 18/16 and 6/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 16 and 1 value i.e 16. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -39/8.

2. What is 18/16 minus 6/1 as a fraction?

18/16 minus 6/1 as a fraction is equal to -39/8.

3. How to subtract 18/16 and 6/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 18/16 and 6/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -39/8 quickly.