Created By : Abhinandan Kumar

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Last Updated : Mar 28, 2025


Calculate the subtraction of fractions 9/8 and 5/1 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 9/8 and 5/1?

The given fractions are 9/8 and 5/1

Firstly the L.C.M should be done for the denominators of the two fractions 9/8 and 5/1

9/8 - 5/1

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


= 9 x 1 - 5 x 8/8

= 9 - 40/8

= -31/8

Result: -31/8

FAQs on Subtraction of Fractions 9/8 and 5/1

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

To subtract fractions 9/8 and 5/1 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 -31/8.

2. What is 9/8 minus 5/1 as a fraction?

9/8 minus 5/1 as a fraction is equal to -31/8.

3. How to subtract 9/8 and 5/1 on a calculator?

You have to give these numbers 9/8 and 5/1 in the input fields and press the calculate button of the tool to avail the answer -31/8 quickly.