Math Problem Statement
add the fractions 2/3 and 5/6
Solution
To add the fractions and , follow these steps:
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Find a common denominator: The denominators are 3 and 6. The least common denominator (LCD) is 6.
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Convert the fractions:
- can be converted by multiplying both the numerator and the denominator by 2:
- already has the denominator 6, so it remains .
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Add the fractions: Now that the fractions have the same denominator, add the numerators:
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Simplify the result: The fraction can be simplified by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (3):
So, or 1.5.
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- How do you subtract from ?
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- What is the process for dividing by ?
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Tip: Always simplify fractions to their lowest terms to make the result easier to interpret!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Fractions
Addition of Fractions
Simplification
Formulas
Finding a common denominator
Adding fractions with a common denominator
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-6