Question

what is \\(\frac{1}{5} - \frac{1}{8}\\)? \\(\frac{3}{40}\\) \\(\frac{2}{13}\\) \\(\frac{1}{13}\\) \\(\frac{13}{40}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Find common denominator

The least common denominator of 5 and 8 is 40.

Step2: Rewrite fractions

$\frac{1}{5} = \frac{8}{40}$, $\frac{1}{8} = \frac{5}{40}$

Step3: Subtract fractions

$\frac{8}{40} - \frac{5}{40} = \frac{3}{40}$

Answer:

$\frac{3}{40}$