Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/10 and 18/8 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 1/10 and 18/8?

The given fractions are 1/10 and 18/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/10 and 18/8

1/10 - 18/8

The LCM of 10 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 40
2 10, 8
5, 4

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 5 x 4 = 40


= 1 x 4 - 18 x 5/40

= 4 - 90/40

= -86/40

= -43/20

Result: -43/20

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/10 and 18/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/10 and 18/8?

To subtract fractions 1/10 and 18/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 10 and 8 value i.e 40. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -43/20.

2. What is 1/10 minus 18/8 as a fraction?

1/10 minus 18/8 as a fraction is equal to -43/20.

3. How to subtract 1/10 and 18/8 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/10 and 18/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -43/20 quickly.