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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 9/4 and 18/3

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

9/4 - 18/3

The LCM of 4 and 3 (denominators of the fractions) is 12

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 12


= 9 x 3 - 18 x 4/12

= 27 - 72/12

= -45/12

= -15/4

Result: -15/4

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

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

To subtract fractions 9/4 and 18/3 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 4 and 3 value i.e 12. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -15/4.

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

9/4 minus 18/3 as a fraction is equal to -15/4.

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

You have to give these numbers 9/4 and 18/3 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -15/4 quickly.