How would you 2 1/4+8/3

First, you would convert 8/3 to 2 2/3. Then, you would convert 2/3 and 1/4 to 12ths and 2/3 = 8/12 and 1/4=3/12. Finally, you add them all. 8/12+3/12=11/12

2+2=4 4+11/12 = 4 11/12

2 1/4+8/3

Convert the mixed number into an improper fraction

9/4+8/3

Multiply until you have the same common denominator

27/12+32/12

Add the numerators but NOT the denominators

Final Answer: 59/12 or 4 11/12 * Both answers are equivalent to each other.