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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/5 and 19/18 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 2/5 and 19/18?

The given fractions are 2/5 and 19/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/5 and 19/18

2/5 - 19/18

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


= 2 x 18 - 19 x 5/90

= 36 - 95/90

= -59/90

Result: -59/90

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/5 and 19/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/5 and 19/18?

To subtract fractions 2/5 and 19/18 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 -59/90.

2. What is 2/5 minus 19/18 as a fraction?

2/5 minus 19/18 as a fraction is equal to -59/90.

3. How to subtract 2/5 and 19/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/5 and 19/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -59/90 quickly.