Question

add. write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.
$3\frac{5}{7} + 9\frac{5}{7} = \square$

Explanation:

Step1: Add the whole numbers

Add the whole number parts: \(3 + 9 = 12\)

Step2: Add the fractions

Add the fractional parts: \(\frac{5}{7} + \frac{5}{7} = \frac{10}{7}\)

Step3: Convert improper fraction to mixed number and add to whole number

Convert \(\frac{10}{7}\) to a mixed number: \(\frac{10}{7} = 1\frac{3}{7}\)
Now add this to the sum of the whole numbers: \(12 + 1\frac{3}{7} = 13\frac{3}{7}\)

Answer:

\(13\frac{3}{7}\)