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Estimate the sum of 2 7/9 and 2 3/4. Explain how u found ur estimate.
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Estimate the sum of 2 7/9 and 2 3/4. Explain how u found ur estimate.

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add the whole numbers 2&2=4
combine fractions : 7/9+3/4=55/36
simplify the fraction: 55/36= 55-36=remainder of 19
1 19/36

add the whole number and fraction to get
5 19/36

5 and 19 thirtysixths
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