Question

how do you add 2/3 plus 5/8

Answer 1

Find a common denominator.

Answer 2

First you change them to equivalent fractions with the same denominator.

2/3 = 16/24
5/8 = 15/24

Now, just add the numerators.

Answer 3

then what do i do with 16/24 and 15/24

Answer 4

All you have to do is add 16/24 and 15/24

Answer 5

Add the numerators.