Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 1/8 and 6/10 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 1/8 and 6/10?

The given fractions are 1/8 and 6/10

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 1/8 and 6/10

1/8 - 6/10

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

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


= 1 x 5 - 6 x 4/40

= 5 - 24/40

= -19/40

Result: -19/40

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 1/8 and 6/10

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 1/8 and 6/10?

To subtract fractions 1/8 and 6/10 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 10 value i.e 40. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -19/40.

2. What is 1/8 minus 6/10 as a fraction?

1/8 minus 6/10 as a fraction is equal to -19/40.

3. How to subtract 1/8 and 6/10 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 1/8 and 6/10 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -19/40 quickly.