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7 7/8 + 2 1/3 = x this is a problem tht I’m struggling with

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Let's solve your equation step-by-step

7 7/8 +2 1/3 =x

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation

245/24 =x

Step 2:Flip the equation

x=245/24

Answer: x=10 5/24

User Kobek
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First, before we can add, we have to find a common denominator.
We can use 24.
7 7/8 x 3/3 = 7 21/24
2 1/3 x 8/8 = 2 8/24
Now we add.
7 21/24 + 2 8/24 = 9 29/24 (denominator stays the same)
Lastly, simplify
9 29/24 = 10 5/24
Hope this helps
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