Math Problem Statement

Solve the addition of fractions: 3/4 + 3/4, 4/5 + 2/4, 1/5 + 4/5, and 2/4 + 4/8.

Solution

Here are the solutions to the given problems:

  1. 34+34\frac{3}{4} + \frac{3}{4}:

    • The denominators are the same, so add the numerators. 34+34=3+34=64\frac{3}{4} + \frac{3}{4} = \frac{3+3}{4} = \frac{6}{4} Simplify 64\frac{6}{4}: 64=32=112\frac{6}{4} = \frac{3}{2} = 1 \frac{1}{2}
  2. 45+24\frac{4}{5} + \frac{2}{4}:

    • Find the least common denominator (LCD). The LCD of 5 and 4 is 20.
    • Convert the fractions: 45=1620,24=1020\frac{4}{5} = \frac{16}{20}, \quad \frac{2}{4} = \frac{10}{20}
    • Add the fractions: 1620+1020=2620\frac{16}{20} + \frac{10}{20} = \frac{26}{20} Simplify 2620\frac{26}{20}: 2620=1310=1310\frac{26}{20} = \frac{13}{10} = 1 \frac{3}{10}
  3. 15+45\frac{1}{5} + \frac{4}{5}:

    • The denominators are the same, so add the numerators. 15+45=1+45=55=1\frac{1}{5} + \frac{4}{5} = \frac{1+4}{5} = \frac{5}{5} = 1
  4. 24+48\frac{2}{4} + \frac{4}{8}:

    • Simplify 24=12\frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2} and 48=12\frac{4}{8} = \frac{1}{2}.
    • Add the simplified fractions: 12+12=1\frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = 1

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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you find the least common denominator of two fractions?
  2. What are the steps to simplify a fraction?
  3. How do you convert an improper fraction into a mixed number?
  4. Why do you need to simplify fractions when adding them?
  5. What are the key differences between adding fractions with the same and different denominators?

Tip: Always simplify fractions when possible to make the result easier to understand.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Addition of Fractions
Simplification

Formulas

a/b + c/b = (a + c)/b when denominators are the same
a/b + c/d = (ad + bc)/(bd) for different denominators
Simplification of fractions: divide numerator and denominator by their GCD

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6