Which of the following is the best estimate for the total weight of these cold meats: 1 and seven eights pounds of Bologna, one and a half pounds of ham, and seven eights pound of roast beef?

Question

How would I add these fractions?
Please help

Answer 1

You're asked to estimate.

You have almost 2 pounds of bologna, almost 1 pound of roast beef and 1 1/2 pounds of ham.

I'd estimate that they weigh a little over 4 pounds.

Answer 2

That makes sense. I was thinking of adding them

I appreciate all of your help Ms. Sue

Answer 3

You're welcome, Patrick.

Answer 4

I'll estimate is 4 pounds or a little over 4 pounds.

Answer 5

Agreed upon.The answer must be 4.(also exactly four if you add them all up!)

Answer 6

It is over 4 so it will be 4 and 4/8 or 4 and 1/2