Question

what should be added to 7/8 so as to get5/9?​

Answer 1

7/8 + x = 5/9

63/72 + x = 35/72

x = (35-63)/72

x = -28/72

x = -7/18

Therefore, -7/18 should be added to 7/8 as to get 5/9.

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