Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 18/7 and 12/16 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 18/7 and 12/16?

The given fractions are 18/7 and 12/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 18/7 and 12/16

18/7 - 12/16

The LCM of 7 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 112

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 112


= 18 x 16 - 12 x 7/112

= 288 - 84/112

= 204/112

= 51/28

Result: 51/28

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 18/7 and 12/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 18/7 and 12/16?

To subtract fractions 18/7 and 12/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 7 and 16 value i.e 112. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 51/28.

2. What is 18/7 minus 12/16 as a fraction?

18/7 minus 12/16 as a fraction is equal to 51/28.

3. How to subtract 18/7 and 12/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 18/7 and 12/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 51/28 quickly.