Question

question #3 of 10
what is 5/8 plus 2/8?
8/8 6/8
7/8 5/8

Explanation:

Step1: Recall fraction addition rule

For adding fractions with the same denominator, we use the rule: $\frac{a}{c} + \frac{b}{c} = \frac{a + b}{c}$, where $c
eq0$.

Step2: Apply the rule to the given fractions

Here, $a = 5$, $b = 2$, and $c = 8$. So, $\frac{5}{8} + \frac{2}{8} = \frac{5 + 2}{8}$.

Step3: Calculate the numerator

$5 + 2 = 7$, so the result is $\frac{7}{8}$.

Answer:

7/8 (corresponding to the option with "7/8")