Answer:
37/32
Step-by-step explanation:
Steps for adding fractions:
Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 32 and 8 is 32
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 32
For the 1st fraction, since 32 × 1 = 32,
9/32 = 9/32 x 1/1 = 9/32
Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 8 × 4 = 32,
7/8 = 7/8 x 4/4 = 28/32
Add the two like fractions:
9/32 + 28/32 = 37/32
So, 9/32 + 7/8 = 37/32
