Solve 32/5+4/9=3

$$32 / 5 + 4 / 9 = 3$$

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Solution Steps

Least common multiple of 5 and 9 is 45. Convert \frac{32}{5} and \frac{4}{9} to fractions with denominator 45.

$$\frac{288}{45}+\frac{20}{45}=3$$

Since \frac{288}{45} and \frac{20}{45} have the same denominator, add them by adding their numerators.

$$\frac{288+20}{45}=3$$

Add 288 and 20 to get 308.

$$\frac{308}{45}=3$$

Convert 3 to fraction \frac{135}{45}.

$$\frac{308}{45}=\frac{135}{45}$$

Compare \frac{308}{45} and \frac{135}{45}.

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