To solve $\frac{1}{2} + 1$, we need to express 1 with a denominator of 2.

$1 = \frac{2}{2}$

Now, we can add the two fractions:

$\frac{1}{2} + \frac{2}{2} = \frac{1 + 2}{2} = \frac{3}{2}$

So, $\frac{1}{2} + 1 = \frac{3}{2}$, which is the same as $1.5$ in decimal form.

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Related Questions:

1. How do you add fractions with different denominators?
2. What is the decimal representation of $\frac{3}{2}$?
3. How do you convert mixed numbers into improper fractions?
4. Can fractions be added if their denominators are not the same?
5. How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

Tip:

Always express whole numbers as fractions (e.g., $1 = \frac{2}{2}$) when adding them to other fractions with different denominators!