Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/10 and 5/8 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 5/10 and 5/8?

The given fractions are 5/10 and 5/8

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/10 and 5/8

5/10 - 5/8

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


= 5 x 4 - 5 x 5/40

= 20 - 25/40

= -5/40

= -1/8

Result: -1/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/10 and 5/8

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/10 and 5/8?

To subtract fractions 5/10 and 5/8 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 -1/8.

2. What is 5/10 minus 5/8 as a fraction?

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

3. How to subtract 5/10 and 5/8 on a calculator?

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