Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 18/2 and 16/12 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 18/2 and 16/12?

The given fractions are 18/2 and 16/12

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 18/2 and 16/12

18/2 - 16/12

The LCM of 2 and 12 (denominators of the fractions) is 12
2 2, 12
1, 6

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 1 x 6 = 12


= 18 x 6 - 16 x 1/12

= 108 - 16/12

= 92/12

= 23/3

Result: 23/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 18/2 and 16/12

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 18/2 and 16/12?

To subtract fractions 18/2 and 16/12 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 2 and 12 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 23/3.

2. What is 18/2 minus 16/12 as a fraction?

18/2 minus 16/12 as a fraction is equal to 23/3.

3. How to subtract 18/2 and 16/12 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 18/2 and 16/12 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 23/3 quickly.