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What is 3 ¹/₂ 4 ²/₃
______ + ______ = ?
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Answer:

49 < 52

Explanation:

3½ + 4⅔ = 52

convert the mixed fraction to improper fraction

7/2 + 14/3 = 52 LCM=6

multiply yhrough by the LCM

(7/2)*6 +(14/3)*6 = 52

21 + 28 = 52

49 < 52

User Bretddog
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Answer:

3 1/30

Explanation:

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