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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/9 and 4/18 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 3/9 and 4/18?

The given fractions are 3/9 and 4/18

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/9 and 4/18

3/9 - 4/18

The LCM of 9 and 18 (denominators of the fractions) is 18
3 9, 18
3 3, 6
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 3 x 3 x 1 x 2 = 18


= 3 x 2 - 4 x 1/18

= 6 - 4/18

= 2/18

= 1/9

Result: 1/9

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/9 and 4/18

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/9 and 4/18?

To subtract fractions 3/9 and 4/18 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 18 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/9.

2. What is 3/9 minus 4/18 as a fraction?

3/9 minus 4/18 as a fraction is equal to 1/9.

3. How to subtract 3/9 and 4/18 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 3/9 and 4/18 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/9 quickly.