Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


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

The given fractions are 5/8 and 10/10

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

5/8 - 10/10

The LCM of 8 and 10 (denominators of the fractions) is 40
2 8, 10
4, 5

So the lcm of the given numbers is 2 x 4 x 5 = 40


= 5 x 5 - 10 x 4/40

= 25 - 40/40

= -15/40

= -3/8

Result: -3/8

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

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

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

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

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

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

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