Which of the following numbers is equal to 0.5 + 1/3

Let's solve the expression \( 0.5 + \frac{1}{3} \).

1. First, express \( 0.5 \) as a fraction:
   \[
   0.5 = \frac{1}{2}
   \]
   
2. Now, add \( \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{3} \). To do this, we need a common denominator:
   \[
   \text{The least common denominator (LCD) of 2 and 3 is 6.}
   \]
   
   Convert each fraction:
   \[
   \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{6}, \quad \frac{1}{3} = \frac{2}{6}
   \]
   
3. Now add the fractions:
   \[
   \frac{3}{6} + \frac{2}{6} = \frac{5}{6}
   \]

Thus, \( 0.5 + \frac{1}{3} = \frac{5}{6} \).

If the numbers you were given include \( \frac{5}{6} \), that would be the correct answer.

Would you like further details or clarifications?

Here are 5 related questions:
1. How do you add two fractions with different denominators?
2. What is the least common denominator (LCD) and how is it found?
3. Can decimal numbers always be converted to fractions? If so, how?
4. What is the decimal approximation of \( \frac{5}{6} \)?
5. How can you simplify fractions when adding or subtracting?

**Tip**: When adding or subtracting fractions, always convert them to have a common denominator first!

Which of the following numbers is equal to 0.5 + 1/3?

Learn how to solve the addition of 0.5 + 1/3 by converting decimal to fraction and finding the least common denominator (LCD). This guide provides a step-by-step solution, converting 0.5 into 1/2 and adding it to 1/3 to get 5/6. Perfect for students in Grades 5-7 learning about fractions and arithmetic.

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