Question

What is 4 1/2 + 2 2/7 =?

Answer 1

Answer:

$\frac{95}{14}$

Step-by-step explanation:

1. $4\frac{1}{2} = \frac{9}{2}$  
2. $2\frac{2}{7} = \frac{16}{7}$  
3. Re-write expression with new fractions: $\frac{9}{2} + \frac{16}{7}$  
4. Find a LCM for the two denominators: 2 and 7 share 14
5. Change the fractions, so they have a common denominator: 9/2 = 63/14, 16/7 = 32/14
6. Re-write expression with new fractions:  $\frac{63}{14} + \frac{32}{14}$  
7. $\frac{63}{14} + \frac{32}{14} = \frac{95}{14}$  

I hope this helps!