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9/32 + 7/8 = what does this equal I need to know

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Answer:

37/32

Explanation:

Steps for adding fractions:

Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:

LCM of 32 and 8 is 32

Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 32

For the 1st fraction, since 32 × 1 = 32,

9/32 = 9/32 x 1/1 = 9/32

Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 8 × 4 = 32,

7/8 = 7/8 x 4/4 = 28/32

Add the two like fractions:

9/32 + 28/32 = 37/32

So, 9/32 + 7/8 = 37/32

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