Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 2/8 and 10/9 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 2/8 and 10/9?

The given fractions are 2/8 and 10/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 2/8 and 10/9

2/8 - 10/9

The LCM of 8 and 9 (denominators of the fractions) is 72

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 72


= 2 x 9 - 10 x 8/72

= 18 - 80/72

= -62/72

= -31/36

Result: -31/36

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 2/8 and 10/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 2/8 and 10/9?

To subtract fractions 2/8 and 10/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 9 value i.e 72. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -31/36.

2. What is 2/8 minus 10/9 as a fraction?

2/8 minus 10/9 as a fraction is equal to -31/36.

3. How to subtract 2/8 and 10/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 2/8 and 10/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -31/36 quickly.