Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

Reviewed By : Rajashekhar Valipishetty

Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 5/9 and 8/9 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 5/9 and 8/9?

The given fractions are 5/9 and 8/9

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 5/9 and 8/9

5/9 - 8/9

If the L.C.M of the denominators of the both fractions 5/9 and 8/9 are same, the numerators are subtracted directly taking the similar integer as the denominator

= 5 - 8/9

= -3/9

= -1/3

Result: -1/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 5/9 and 8/9

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 5/9 and 8/9?

To subtract fractions 5/9 and 8/9 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 9 and 9 value i.e 9. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e -1/3.

2. What is 5/9 minus 8/9 as a fraction?

5/9 minus 8/9 as a fraction is equal to -1/3.

3. How to subtract 5/9 and 8/9 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 5/9 and 8/9 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -1/3 quickly.