Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/18 and 16/13 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 3/18 and 16/13?

The given fractions are 3/18 and 16/13

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/18 and 16/13

3/18 - 16/13

The LCM of 18 and 13 (denominators of the fractions) is 234

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 234


= 3 x 13 - 16 x 18/234

= 39 - 288/234

= -249/234

= -83/78

Result: -83/78

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/18 and 16/13

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/18 and 16/13?

To subtract fractions 3/18 and 16/13 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 13 value i.e 234. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -83/78.

2. What is 3/18 minus 16/13 as a fraction?

3/18 minus 16/13 as a fraction is equal to -83/78.

3. How to subtract 3/18 and 16/13 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/18 and 16/13 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -83/78 quickly.