Pre-Algebra Examples

$1 \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2}$

Step 1

Convert $1 \frac{1}{2}$ to an improper fraction.

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Step 1.1

A mixed number is an addition of its whole and fractional parts.

$1 + \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2}$

Step 1.2

Add $1$ and $\frac{1}{2}$ .

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Step 1.2.1

Write $1$ as a fraction with a common denominator.

$\frac{2}{2} + \frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{2}$

Step 1.2.2

Combine the numerators over the common denominator.

$\frac{2 + 1}{2} + \frac{1}{2}$

Step 1.2.3

Add $2$ and $1$ .

$\frac{3}{2} + \frac{1}{2}$

Step 2

Combine the numerators over the common denominator.

$\frac{3 + 1}{2}$

Step 3

Simplify the expression.

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Step 3.1

Add $3$ and $1$ .

$\frac{4}{2}$

Step 3.2

Divide $4$ by $2$ .

$2$