Question

Estimate the sum 11 3/8 + 9 7/10 + 21 1/4 by rounding each mixed number to the nearest whole number. Then find the exact sum

Answer 1

Answer:
Approximately 42.
Exact sum is 42 13/40.

Explanation:
Estimate 11 3/8: 11
Estimate 9 7/10: 10
Estimate 21 1/4: 21
Add them together: 42.

11.375 + 9.7 + 21.25 = 42.325
I made them into decimals and then will convert it into fraction.
42.325 = 42 13/40

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