Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 3/8 and 1/8 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 3/8 and 1/8?

The given fractions are 3/8 and 1/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 3/8 and 1/8

3/8 - 1/8

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 3/8 and 1/8 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 3 - 1/8

= 2/8

= 1/4

Result: 1/4

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 3/8 and 1/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 3/8 and 1/8?

To subtract fractions 3/8 and 1/8 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 8 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 1/4.

2. What is 3/8 minus 1/8 as a fraction?

3/8 minus 1/8 as a fraction is equal to 1/4.

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

You have to give these numbers 3/8 and 1/8 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 1/4 quickly.