Perform the Indicated Operation $\begin{array} { r } 17 \frac { 2 } { 9 } \\\\13 \frac { 7 } { 9 } \\\\+ 4 \frac { 4 } { 9 }\\\hline\end{array}$

Multiple Choice

Perform the indicated operation. Simplify your answers.
- $\begin{array} { r } 17 \frac { 2 } { 9 } \\\\13 \frac { 7 } { 9 } \\\\+ 4 \frac { 4 } { 9 }\\\hline\end{array}$

A) 35
B) $34 \frac { 4 } { 9 }$
C) $35 \frac { 4 } { 9 }$
D) $36 \frac { 4 } { 9 }$