Math Problem Statement

1/6 + 7/8

Solution

To add the fractions 16\frac{1}{6} and 78\frac{7}{8}, follow these steps:

  1. Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD): The denominators are 6 and 8. The LCD of 6 and 8 is 24.

  2. Convert the fractions to have the same denominator:

    • 16\frac{1}{6} becomes 424\frac{4}{24} because 1×4=41 \times 4 = 4 and 6×4=246 \times 4 = 24.
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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Addition of Fractions
Least Common Denominator (LCD)

Formulas

LCD calculation for denominators
Fraction addition formula: a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd

Theorems

Basic properties of fractions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6