Question

The sum of rational number - 5/16 and 7/12 is

Answer 1

Answer:

13/18

Step-by-step explanation:

LCM of given denominators (16,12)=48.

Equivalent fraction,–5/16=(–5*3)/(16*3) =–15/48.

Equivalent fraction,7/12=(7*4)/(12*4) =28/48.

So, –5/16 + 7/12 = –15/48 + 28/48

=(28–15)/48 = 13/48 is the required sum of given rationals.