Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 7/9 and 18/16 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 7/9 and 18/16?

The given fractions are 7/9 and 18/16

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 7/9 and 18/16

7/9 - 18/16

The LCM of 9 and 16 (denominators of the fractions) is 144

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 144


= 7 x 16 - 18 x 9/144

= 112 - 162/144

= -50/144

= -25/72

Result: -25/72

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 7/9 and 18/16

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 7/9 and 18/16?

To subtract fractions 7/9 and 18/16 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 16 value i.e 144. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -25/72.

2. What is 7/9 minus 18/16 as a fraction?

7/9 minus 18/16 as a fraction is equal to -25/72.

3. How to subtract 7/9 and 18/16 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 7/9 and 18/16 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -25/72 quickly.