Question

Add and simplify 1/5 + 1/10

Answer 1

In order to add these fractions we have to make a common denominator.

1/5 can turn into 2/10 Its the same thing. And its easier to solve with.

now lets multiply.

`(2)/(10)` ×
`(1)/(10)`

Now we add across

2 + 1 = 3

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10 + 10 = 10 ( When adding fractions like these the denominator stays the same)

So your answer is...

`(3)/(10)`

Good Luck! :)