Math Problem Statement

What is 1/3 + 1/2?

Solution

The question in the image asks to add two fractions:

13+12\frac{1}{3} + \frac{1}{2}

Solution:

  1. To add fractions, first find a common denominator. The denominators here are 3 and 2. The least common denominator (LCD) between them is 6.

  2. Rewrite each fraction with a denominator of 6:

    • 13=26\frac{1}{3} = \frac{2}{6}
    • 12=36\frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{6}
  3. Now add the fractions: 26+36=56\frac{2}{6} + \frac{3}{6} = \frac{5}{6}

So, the correct answer is C) 56\frac{5}{6}.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to practice:

  1. What is 23+14\frac{2}{3} + \frac{1}{4}?
  2. How do you subtract 5613\frac{5}{6} - \frac{1}{3}?
  3. What is the least common denominator for 15\frac{1}{5} and 27\frac{2}{7}?
  4. How do you add mixed numbers like 112+2131 \frac{1}{2} + 2 \frac{1}{3}?
  5. How do you simplify 1218\frac{12}{18}?

Tip: Always convert fractions to have the same denominator before adding or subtracting.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fraction Addition
Least Common Denominator

Formulas

Common denominator method for fraction addition

Theorems

Fraction addition: (a/b) + (c/d) = (ad + bc) / bd

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-6