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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 18/5 and 9/18 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 18/5 and 9/18?

The given fractions are 18/5 and 9/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 18/5 and 9/18

18/5 - 9/18

The LCM of 5 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 90

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 90


= 18 x 18 - 9 x 5/90

= 324 - 45/90

= 279/90

= 31/10

Result: 31/10

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 18/5 and 9/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 18/5 and 9/18?

To subtract fractions 18/5 and 9/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 5 and 18 value i.e 90. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 31/10.

2. What is 18/5 minus 9/18 as a fraction?

18/5 minus 9/18 as a fraction is equal to 31/10.

3. How to subtract 18/5 and 9/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 18/5 and 9/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 31/10 quickly.