Convert to decimals and add the following: 25 3/8 + 38 3/5 = ?

1 Answer
Jun 3, 2018

? = 63.975?=63.975, or 63 39/40633940

Explanation:

25 3/82538 + 38 3/53835 = ?

First, let's convert the fractions into decimals. Ignore the whole numbers for now.

3/838 is 33 divided by 88. Divide accordingly. You get 0.3750.375.

3/535 is 33 divided by 55. Divide accordingly. You get 0.60.6.

Now, include these converted fractions with their whole numbers:

25 3/82538 + 38 3/53835 = ?
25.375 + 38.60025.375+38.600 = ?

Add accordingly. You get:

? = 63.975?=63.975, or 63 39/40633940