Question

Solve the equation: 7/10 + 1/5

Answer 1

`(9)/(10)`

Explanation:

`(7)/(10)` +
`(1)/(5)`

First, convert the equation so that the two fractions have the same denominator (number on the bottom half of the equation). Five can go into ten, so convert the fraction
`(1)/(5)`. Use a conversion factor of
`(2)/(1)`.

`(1)/(5)` ×
`(2)/(1)` =
`(2)/(10)`

Now, you can add the two fractions.

`(7)/(10)` +
`(2)/(10)` =
`(9)/(10)`

Answer 2

9/10

Explanation:

To solve this, we simply need to find the common denominator, which in this case, is 10

5 x 2 = 20

1/5 = 2/10

7/10 + 2/10 = 9/10

Thus, our answer is 9/10