Add the fractions and simplify your answer.

1
6
+
1
3
A.
2
8
B.
13
2
C.
1
2
D.
5
8
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1
6
+
1
3

Let’s find the least common multiple of 6 and 3.

Least common multiple of 6 and 3 is 6.

So, LCD = 6

Now, rewrite both the fractions with denominator 6.

1
6
×
1
1
=
1
6
1
3
×
2
2
=
2
6

Now, add:

1
6
+
2
6
=
1 + 2
6
=
3
6

Simplify,

3
6
=
3 ÷ 3
6 ÷ 3
=
1
2
 
So, the required sum of the given fractions is
1
2
.

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Key Data

Questions
10
Grade
5
Theme
Fractions
Passing score
80%

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