Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 8/3 and 4/2 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 8/3 and 4/2?

The given fractions are 8/3 and 4/2

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 8/3 and 4/2

8/3 - 4/2

The LCM of 3 and 2 (denominators of the fractions) is 6

Given numbers has no common factors except 1. So, there LCM is their product i.e 6


= 8 x 2 - 4 x 3/6

= 16 - 12/6

= 4/6

= 2/3

Result: 2/3

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 8/3 and 4/2

1. How do you subtract fractions with different denominators 8/3 and 4/2?

To subtract fractions 8/3 and 4/2 with like/different denominators find the denominators LCM and make both fractions' denominators equal to the LCM of 3 and 2 value i.e 6. After that add numerators and simplify the fraction i.e 2/3.

2. What is 8/3 minus 4/2 as a fraction?

8/3 minus 4/2 as a fraction is equal to 2/3.

3. How to subtract 8/3 and 4/2 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 8/3 and 4/2 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer 2/3 quickly.