Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 5/4 and 4/8

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

5/4 - 4/8

The LCM of 4 and 8 (denominators of the fractions) is 8
2 4, 8
2 2, 4
1, 2

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 2 x 1 x 2 = 8


= 5 x 2 - 4 x 1/8

= 10 - 4/8

= 6/8

= 3/4

Result: 3/4

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

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

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

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

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

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

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