What is the sum of 8 8/9 and 6 1/6?

To find the sum of 8 8/9 and 6 1/6, you first convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions.

Starting with 8 8/9:

• Multiply the whole number (8) by the denominator (9) and add the numerator (8).

• So, ( 8 \times 9 + 8 = 72 + 8 = 80 ). Thus, 8 8/9 can be expressed as ( \frac{80}{9} ).

Now, for 6 1/6:

• Again, multiply the whole number (6) by the denominator (6) and add the numerator (1).

• ( 6 \times 6 + 1 = 36 + 1 = 37 ). Hence, 6 1/6 can be written as ( \frac{37}{6} ).

Next, you need a common denominator to add these two fractions. The least common denominator of 9 and 6 is 18.

Now, convert both fractions:

• For ( \frac{80}{9} ), you multiply both the numerator and the denominator by 2 to get:

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