Question

What is 3/8+2/5 equal if someone answers can you guys please explain it to me please

Answer 1

31/40

Explanation:

LCD = 40

Multiplying numerators and denominators to get the LCD in all fraction denominators

Then rewriting the equation with the equivalent fractions

With like denominators we can operate on just the numerators

Answer 2

31/40

Explanation:

3/8+2/5

First make them both have same denominator:

3/8 8 x 5= 40 3 x 5=15/40

2/5 5 x 8=40 2x8=16 16/40

15/40+16/40=31/40