Question

2. I Using the example { 2/3+4/3 X, explain why we add fractions the way we do. What is the logic behind the procedure? Make math drawings to support your explanation

Answer 1

The procedure emphasizes the idea of the summation of one physical quantity. In this case, X.

Explanation:

1. When we add fractions like these we do it simply by rewriting a new one, the summation of the numerators over the same denominator:

`(2)/(3)X+(4)/(3))X=(6)/(3)X= 2X`

The procedure emphasizes the idea of the summation of one physical quantity, in this case, X.

2) This physical quantity x could be miles, oranges, gallons, etc.