Question

2 3/4+12 1/2 = what is it

Answer 1

Answer:
`15(1)/(4)`

Explanation:

`2(3)/(4)+12(1)/(2)`

Step 1: Add the whole numbers

`2 + 12 = 14`

Step 2: Combine fractions

`(3)/(4) + (1)/(2)`

LCD

`2 * 4 = 4`

Add numerators

`3+1 = 5`

`= (5)/(4)`

`14+(5)/(4)`

Step 3: Add whole numbers

`14+1=15`

Step 4: Combine the remaining

`15(1)/(4)`