Perform the Indicated Operation $\begin{array} { r } 3 \frac { 7 } { 9 } \\\\14 \frac { 8 } { 9 } \\\\+ \frac { 8 } { 9 }\\\hline\end{array}$

Multiple Choice

Perform the indicated operation. Simplify your answers.
- $\begin{array} { r } 3 \frac { 7 } { 9 } \\\\14 \frac { 8 } { 9 } \\\\+ \frac { 8 } { 9 }\\\hline\end{array}$

A) $18 \frac { 5 } { 9 }$
B) $19 \frac { 1 } { 2 }$
C) $19 \frac { 5 } { 9 }$
D) $20 \frac { 5 } { 9 }$