Answer:
-2/3+23/8 as a mixed number is 2 5/24
Explanation:
To add -2/3 + 23/8, follow these steps:
Step 1:Since the denominators are different find the least common denominator
LCD = 24
Step 2:Multiply numerators and denominators to get the LCD as denominator for both fractions
= -2 × 8/3 × 8 + 23 × 3/8 × 3 = -16/24 + 69/24
Step 3:The denominators are the same add the numerators, and put that answer over the common denominator
= -16 + 69/24 = 53/24
Step 4:Divide the numerator by the denominator
53 ÷ 24 = 2 with a remainder of 5
Step 5:Write down the whole number 2 and then write down the remainder as a new numerator (5) above the denominator (24), 2 5/24