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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 9/18 and 5/6 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 9/18 and 5/6?

The given fractions are 9/18 and 5/6

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 9/18 and 5/6

9/18 - 5/6

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

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


= 9 x 1 - 5 x 3/18

= 9 - 15/18

= -6/18

= -1/3

Result: -1/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 9/18 and 5/6

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 9/18 and 5/6?

To subtract fractions 9/18 and 5/6 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 18 and 6 value i.e 18. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/3.

2. What is 9/18 minus 5/6 as a fraction?

9/18 minus 5/6 as a fraction is equal to -1/3.

3. How to subtract 9/18 and 5/6 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 9/18 and 5/6 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/3 quickly.