Look at the fraction sum below.
3/5 + 4/5 = 7/5
This means 3 fifths + 4 fifths = 7 fifths.
7 fifths is a top-heavy improper fraction.
7 ÷ 5 = 1 remainder 2.
7 fifths can be changed to the mixed number one and 2 fifths.
7/5 = 1 2/5
Work out the answer to this addition as a mixed number.
5/7 + 6/7 = ?
5/7 + 6/7 = 11/7
5 sevenths added to 6 sevenths = 11 sevenths.
11 sevenths is a top-heavy improper fraction.
11 ÷ 7 = 1 remainder 4
11 sevenths can be changed to the mixed number one and 4 sevenths.
So, 11/7 = 1 4/7
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