four guys scored 1 1/2,8 3/4,5 1/8 and 1 1/4 points for their team

what is the total number of points they scored?

1 1/2 + 8 3/4 + 5 1/8 + 1 1/4

Find the common denominator, 8.

1 4/8 + 8 6/8 + 5 1/8 + 1 2/8

Now can you add these?