Question

Add, and write the answer in simplest form.
1/16 + 9/16

Answer 1

`(5)/(8)`

Explanation:

1 + 9 = 10

same denominator so it stays the same

`(10)/(16)` ÷
`(2)/(2) = (5)/(8)`

Answer 2

5/8

Explanation:

Step 1: Add

1/16 + 9/16 = 10/16

Step 2: Divide both numerator and denominator by 2

10/2 = 5

16/ 2 = 8

Our answer is 5/8!