Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/8 and 18/1 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 18/1?

The given fractions are 5/8 and 18/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/8 and 18/1

5/8 - 18/1

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

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 8


= 5 x 1 - 18 x 8/8

= 5 - 144/8

= -139/8

Result: -139/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/8 and 18/1

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/8 and 18/1?

To subtract fractions 5/8 and 18/1 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 8 and 1 value i.e 8. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -139/8.

2. What is 5/8 minus 18/1 as a fraction?

5/8 minus 18/1 as a fraction is equal to -139/8.

3. How to subtract 5/8 and 18/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/8 and 18/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -139/8 quickly.