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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 19/8 and 1/18 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 19/8 and 1/18?

The given fractions are 19/8 and 1/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 19/8 and 1/18

19/8 - 1/18

The LCM of 8 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 72
2 8, 18
4, 9

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 4 x 9 = 72


= 19 x 9 - 1 x 4/72

= 171 - 4/72

= 167/72

Result: 167/72

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 19/8 and 1/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 19/8 and 1/18?

To subtract fractions 19/8 and 1/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 18 value i.e 72. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 167/72.

2. What is 19/8 minus 1/18 as a fraction?

19/8 minus 1/18 as a fraction is equal to 167/72.

3. How to subtract 19/8 and 1/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 19/8 and 1/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 167/72 quickly.