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Add 9/32 and 16/20

9/32 + 16/20 is 173/160.

Steps for adding fractions

  1. Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
    LCM of 32 and 20 is 160

    Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 160
  2. For the 1st fraction, since 32 × 5 = 160,
    9/32 = 9 × 5/32 × 5 = 45/160
  3. Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 20 × 8 = 160,
    16/20 = 16 × 8/20 × 8 = 128/160
  4. Add the two like fractions:
    45/160 + 128/160 = 45 + 128/160 = 173/160
  5. So, 9/32 + 16/20 = 173/160
    In mixed form: 113/160

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