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What is the result of adding 5 1/3 + 3 1/2?

  • A. 8 1/6
  • B. 8 2/3
  • C. 8 5/6
  • D. 9 1/6
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: To add mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions. 5 1/3 = 16/3 and 3 1/2 = 7/2. Find a common denominator, in this case, 6: 16/3 = 32/6 and 7/2 = 21/6. Add the fractions: 32/6 + 21/6 = 53/6, which simplifies to 8 5/6. Therefore, the sum of 5 1/3 + 3 1/2 is 8 5/6.