Question

estimate the sum.
\\(\frac{5}{8} + \frac{3}{5}\\)
less than 1
greater than 1

Explanation:

Step1: Compare fractions to 1/2

$\frac{5}{8} > \frac{1}{2}$, $\frac{3}{5} > \frac{1}{2}$

Step2: Sum the benchmark values

$\frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = 1$

Step3: Compare actual sum to 1

Since both fractions are larger than $\frac{1}{2}$, their sum is greater than 1.

Answer:

Greater than 1