SOLUTION: Perform the given operation. Give the answer with the appropriate unit of measure. 21.) 4 1/2 feet + 5 1/3 How do you solve the problem?

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Question 646351: Perform the given operation. Give the answer with the appropriate unit of measure.
21.) 4 1/2 feet + 5 1/3
How do you solve the problem?

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
4 1/2 feet + 5 1/3
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= 9/2 + 16/3
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= (3*9)/6 + (2*16)/6
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= (27 + 32)/6
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= 59/6
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= 9 5/6
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Cheers,
Stan H.