Question

i) \\(\frac{5}{6} + \frac{4}{3} = \underline{\quad\quad}\\)

\\\frac{5}{6} + \frac{8}{6} = \frac{13}{6}\\

Explanation:

Find a common denominator

Using the Rational Numbers knowledge point

$$ \text{LCM}(6, 3) = 6 $$

Convert the second fraction

Using the Rational Numbers knowledge point

$$ \frac{4}{3} = \frac{4 \times 2}{3 \times 2} = \frac{8}{6} $$

Add the numerators

Using the Rational Numbers knowledge point

$$ \frac{5}{6} + \frac{8}{6} = \frac{5 + 8}{6} = \frac{13}{6} $$

Answer:

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