Chapter 12, Problem 1A

To determine

To add:

The given expression.

Answer to Problem 1A

  $10.021$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

The expression is $5\frac{3}{16}+4\frac{5}{6}$

Calculation:

Convert the mixed fraction into lowest form thus,

  $\begin{array}{l}\frac{83}{16}+\frac{29}{6}\\ \Rightarrow \frac{249+232}{48}\\ \Rightarrow \frac{481}{48}\\ \Rightarrow 10.021\end{array}$

Conclusion:

The addition of the given expression is $\mathrm{10.021.}$