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1.	What should be added to the sum of `1//8` and `1//7` so that the sum is `5//14` ?
Answer» Correct Answer - `5/56` Given : `1/8+1/7=(7+8)/(56) = 15/56` The required fraction `= 5/14 - 15/56 = (20-15)/(56) = 5/56` `:. 5/56` should be added to the sum `7/8` and `1/9` to get `5/14`.

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