Question

What is the answer to 3 4/5 + 2 3/8=

Answer 1

Answer:

6$\frac{7}{40}$

Step-by-step explanation:

original equation: $3\frac{4}{5}+ 2 \frac{3}{8}$

put into mixed numbers: $\frac{19}{5} + \frac{19}{8}$

find the lowest common denominator: 40

adjusted to LCD: $\frac{152}{40} + \frac{95}{40\\}$ $=\frac{247}{40}$

152+ 95= 247  

247/40= 6.175

0.175 as a fraction is $\frac{7}{40}$

answer: 6$\frac{7}{40}$