Question

1/5 plus 1/8 in fraction form

Answer 1

We are given that:

• To Find the fraction form of 1/5 plus 1/8.

Step By Step Solution:

• First, find the least common denominator or L.C.M.
• The L.C.M of 5 and 8 is 40
• Now for the first fraction, we know that 5 x 8 = 40
• 1/5 = 1 x 8 / 5 x 8 = 8/40
• Similarly, for the second fraction, we know that 8 x 5 = 40
• 1/8 = 1 x 5 / 8 x 5 = 5 /40
• Now add up the fractions.
• 8/40 + 5/40 = 8 + 5/40 = 13/40
• So, the fraction form is 13/40

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Answer 2

Answer: 2 6/8 or 2 2/4 or 2 1/2

Step-by-step explanation:

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