Add 32/35 and 5/56
32/35 + 5/56 is 281/280.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 35 and 56 is 280
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 280 - For the 1st fraction, since 35 × 8 = 280,
32/35 = 32 × 8/35 × 8 = 256/280 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 56 × 5 = 280,
5/56 = 5 × 5/56 × 5 = 25/280 - Add the two like fractions:
256/280 + 25/280 = 256 + 25/280 = 281/280 - So, 32/35 + 5/56 = 281/280
In mixed form: 11/280
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