what is the fractional value of 5 1/3 + 6 2/5
To find the sum of 5 1/3 and 6 2/5 as a mixed number, we need to first convert them to improper fractions.
5 1/3 = 16/3
6 2/5 = 32/5
Now, we can add the two fractions:
16/3 + 32/5
To add the fractions, we need to find a common denominator, which is 15 in this case.
Converting 16/3 to have a denominator of 15:
(16/3) * (5/5) = 80/15
Converting 32/5 to have a denominator of 15:
(32/5) * (3/3) = 96/15
Now, we can add the fractions:
80/15 + 96/15 = (80 + 96)/15 = 176/15
Therefore, the fractional value of 5 1/3 + 6 2/5 is 176/15.