Question

Kim wants to solve the equation 5 3/8 + 2 2/3 How should Kim rewrite the fractions in order to solve for x?

Answer 1

Answer: Kim should write the fraction in improper form. Then find the least common denominator. Then simplify the answer.

Explanation:

43/8 + 8/3

129/24 + 64/24

8 1/24