Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 6/18 and 6/4 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 6/18 and 6/4?

The given fractions are 6/18 and 6/4

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 6/18 and 6/4

6/18 - 6/4

The LCM of 18 and 4 (denominators of the fractions) is 36
2 18, 4
9, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 9 x 2 = 36


= 6 x 2 - 6 x 9/36

= 12 - 54/36

= -42/36

= -7/6

Result: -7/6

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 6/18 and 6/4

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 6/18 and 6/4?

To subtract fractions 6/18 and 6/4 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 4 value i.e 36. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -7/6.

2. What is 6/18 minus 6/4 as a fraction?

6/18 minus 6/4 as a fraction is equal to -7/6.

3. How to subtract 6/18 and 6/4 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 6/18 and 6/4 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -7/6 quickly.