Algebra Examples

$2 \frac{3}{8}$

Step 1

A mixed number is an addition of its whole and fractional parts.

$2 + \frac{3}{8}$

Step 2

Add $2$ and $\frac{3}{8}$ .

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Step 2.1

To write $2$ as a fraction with a common denominator, multiply by $\frac{8}{8}$ .

$2 \cdot \frac{8}{8} + \frac{3}{8}$

Step 2.2

Combine $2$ and $\frac{8}{8}$ .

$\frac{2 \cdot 8}{8} + \frac{3}{8}$

Step 2.3

Combine the numerators over the common denominator.

$\frac{2 \cdot 8 + 3}{8}$

Step 2.4

Simplify the numerator.

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Step 2.4.1

Multiply $2$ by $8$ .

$\frac{16 + 3}{8}$

Step 2.4.2

Add $16$ and $3$ .

$\frac{19}{8}$