Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 4/8 and 1/5 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 4/8 and 1/5?

The given fractions are 4/8 and 1/5

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 4/8 and 1/5

4/8 - 1/5

The LCM of 8 and 5 (denominators of the fractions) is 40

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 40


= 4 x 5 - 1 x 8/40

= 20 - 8/40

= 12/40

= 3/10

Result: 3/10

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 4/8 and 1/5

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 4/8 and 1/5?

To subtract fractions 4/8 and 1/5 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 5 value i.e 40. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 3/10.

2. What is 4/8 minus 1/5 as a fraction?

4/8 minus 1/5 as a fraction is equal to 3/10.

3. How to subtract 4/8 and 1/5 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 4/8 and 1/5 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 3/10 quickly.