6 1/3 - 8

To subtract mixed numbers, you first need to convert them to improper fractions.

Starting with 6 1/3, we convert it to an improper fraction: 6 * 3 = 18 18 + 1 = 19 So, 6 1/3 is equivalent to 19/3.

Now, subtract 8 from 19/3: 19/3 - 8

To subtract fractions, we need a common denominator. The common denominator for 3 and 1 is 3.

So, rewrite 8 as 8/1: 19/3 - 8/1

Now, adjust the fractions and subtract: (19 - 8*3) / 3 (19 - 24) / 3 -5 / 3

So, 6 1/3 - 8 is equal to -5/3 or -1 2/3.