Find the sum and simplify your answer.

61
2
+
51
6
A.
112
3
B.
332
3
C.
25
8
D.
32
11
That's Correct!
It's Wrong!
6 1
2
+
5 1
6

To add mixed numbers, we first add the whole number parts together, and then the fraction parts.

Add the whole parts.

6 + 5 = 11

Now, add the fraction parts.

1
2
+
1
6

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

Least common multiple of 2 and 6 is 6.

So, least common denominator = 6

Now, rewrite both the fractions with denominator 6.

1
2
×
3
3
=
3
6
1
6
×
1
1
=
1
6

Now, add:

1
2
+
1
6
=
3
6
+
1
6
=
3 + 1
  6
=
4
6

Now, simplify:

4
6
=
4 ÷ 2
6 ÷ 2
=
2
3

Now, write the sum of whole parts and fraction parts together.

11
2
3
So, the required sum is
11 2
3
.

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Key Data

Questions
10
Grade
5
Theme
Fractions
Passing score
80%

Progress

8 Incorrect
10 Correct
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