Solving Fractions
Solution:
First, we need to convert the mixed number 52/8 into an improper fraction, which is equivalent to 6 4/8. Then, we can add the fractions of 2/5 and 24/17 by finding a common denominator, which in this case is 85. So, we have (2*17/5*17) + (24*5/17*5) = 34/85 + 120/85 = 154/85. Now, we can divide 154/85 by 6 4/8 by multiplying the reciprocal 8/54. The final answer is 7/12.
Explanation:
The key to solving this problem is to understand the concept of converting mixed numbers to improper fractions and finding common denominators. By converting both mixed numbers into improper fractions, we can easily add them together to get an equivalent fraction with a common denominator. After that, we can simply divide the resulting fraction by multiplying its reciprocal. Remember to always simplify the final answer, which in this case is 7/12.
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