Question

Find the sum of 5_6 and 7_9​

Answer 1

Answer:

56 + 79 is 2918.

Step-by-step explanation:

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

LCM of 6 and 9 is 18

Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 18

For the 1st fraction, since 6 × 3 = 18,

5/6 = 5 × 3/6 × 3 = 15/18

Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 9 × 2 = 18,

7/9 = 7 × 2/9 × 2 = 14/18

Add the two like fractions:

15/18 + 14/18 = 15 + 14/18 = 29/18

So, 5/6 + 7/9 = 29/18

In mixed form: 1_11/18