What is the difference when subtracting 3/8 from 5/8?

To find the difference when subtracting ( \frac{3}{8} ) from ( \frac{5}{8} ), you perform the subtraction:

[

\frac{5}{8} - \frac{3}{8}

]

Since the fractions have a common denominator of 8, you can simply subtract the numerators:

[

5 - 3 = 2

]

Thus, the result is:

[

\frac{2}{8}

]

This fraction can be simplified by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 2:

[

\frac{2 \div 2}{8 \div 2} = \frac{1}{4}

]

So, the difference is ( \frac{1}{4} ).

Understanding the concept of both subtracting fractions and simplifying them is crucial here, as it allows you to transform the result into its simplest form while ensuring you accurately find the difference between the two given fractions.