SOLUTION: What is the answer to this fraction problem 1/7+ 5/8

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Question 772917: What is the answer to this fraction problem 1/7+ 5/8
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What is the answer to this fraction problem 1/7+ 5/8
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Find a common denominator for 7 & 8
The product always works: 7*8 = 56
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change the 2 fractions to DEN of 56
add them