Add the fractions and simplify your answer.

1
6
+
1
2
A.
3
4
B.
1
4
C.
2
3
D.
1
12
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1
6
+
1
2

Let’s find the least common multiple of 6 and 2.

Least common multiple of 6 and 2 is 6.

So, LCD = 6

Now, rewrite both the fractions with denominator 6.

1
6
×
1
1
=
1
6
1
2
×
3
3
=
3
6

Now, add:

1
6
+
3
6
=
1 + 3
6
=
4
6

Simplify,

4
6
=
4 ÷ 2
6 ÷ 2
=
2
3
 
So, the required sum of the given fractions is
2
3
.

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Key Data

Questions
10
Grade
5
Theme
Fractions
Passing score
80%

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