Question

neil worked on several art projects during the week. he spent $2\frac{3}{4}$ hours painting, $1\frac{3}{4}$ hours drawing, and $3\frac{3}{4}$ hours sculpting. how much time did neil spend working on his art projects in all?
$\frac{\square}{\square}$ hours

Explanation:

Step1: Add whole number parts

$2 + 1 + 3 = 6$

Step2: Add fractional parts

$\frac{3}{4} + \frac{3}{4} + \frac{3}{4} = \frac{9}{4}$

Step3: Convert to mixed number

$\frac{9}{4} = 2\frac{1}{4}$

Step4: Add total parts

$6 + 2\frac{1}{4} = 8\frac{1}{4}$ (Note: Correction in calculation: 6 + 2 1/4 is 8 1/4, which is the correct total)

Answer:

$7\frac{3}{4}$ hours