Solve the Fraction Addition: 9/10 + 2/5 Step-by-Step

Fraction Addition with Unlike Denominators

910+25= \frac{9}{10}+\frac{2}{5}=

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00:00 Solution
00:03 We want to find the least common denominator
00:06 Multiply by 2 to find the common denominator
00:09 Remember to multiply both numerator and denominator
00:18 Calculate the multiplications
00:24 Add under the common denominator
00:28 Calculate the numerator
00:32 And this is the solution to the question

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Understand the problem

910+25= \frac{9}{10}+\frac{2}{5}=

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Step-by-step solution

To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Identify the Least Common Denominator (LCD) for the two fractions.
  • Step 2: Convert each fraction to have the LCD as the denominator.
  • Step 3: Add the fractions with the common denominator.

Now, let's work through each step:

Step 1: The denominators of the fractions are 10 and 5. The LCD of 10 and 5 is 10.
Step 2: Convert 25\frac{2}{5} to have a denominator of 10. We can multiply both the numerator and the denominator by 2: 25=2×25×2=410 \frac{2}{5} = \frac{2 \times 2}{5 \times 2} = \frac{4}{10} .
Step 3: Now, add 910\frac{9}{10} and 410\frac{4}{10} (since both fractions now have the same denominator): 910+410=9+410=1310 \frac{9}{10} + \frac{4}{10} = \frac{9 + 4}{10} = \frac{13}{10} .

The two fractions added together give us 1310 \frac{13}{10} . Therefore, the solution to the problem is 1310 \frac{13}{10} , which matches the correct answer choice.

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Final Answer

1310 \frac{13}{10}

Key Points to Remember

Essential concepts to master this topic
  • Rule: Find the least common denominator before adding fractions
  • Technique: Convert 25 \frac{2}{5} to 410 \frac{4}{10} by multiplying by 2
  • Check: Verify 910+410=1310 \frac{9}{10} + \frac{4}{10} = \frac{13}{10} equals 1.3 ✓

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Adding numerators and denominators separately
    Don't add 910+25 \frac{9}{10} + \frac{2}{5} as 1115 \frac{11}{15} ! This gives completely wrong results because you're not working with equivalent fractions. Always find the LCD first and convert both fractions before adding.

Practice Quiz

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\( \frac{3}{4}:\frac{5}{6}=\text{?} \)

FAQ

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Why can't I just add 9+2 and 10+5?

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Fractions represent parts of wholes, not separate numbers! You can only add fractions when they have the same denominator. Think of it like adding 9 dimes and 2 nickels - you need to convert everything to the same unit first.

How do I find the LCD of 10 and 5?

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List the multiples: 5: 5, 10, 15... and 10: 10, 20, 30... The smallest number that appears in both lists is 10, so that's your LCD!

What if my answer is bigger than 1?

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That's normal! 1310 \frac{13}{10} is an improper fraction equal to 1.3 or 1310 1\frac{3}{10} . You can leave it as an improper fraction or convert to a mixed number.

Do I need to simplify my answer?

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Always check if you can simplify! For 1310 \frac{13}{10} , since 13 and 10 share no common factors other than 1, it's already in lowest terms.

What if the denominators are bigger numbers?

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The same process works! Find the LCD by listing multiples or using prime factorization, convert both fractions, then add. The numbers might be bigger, but the steps stay the same.

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