Question

10\frac{2}{6} + 9\frac{2}{6} = \underline{\quad\quad}

Explanation:

Step1: Add the whole numbers

$10 + 9 = 19$

Step2: Add the fractions

$\frac{2}{6} + \frac{2}{6} = \frac{4}{6}$

Step3: Simplify the fraction and combine with the whole number

Simplify $\frac{4}{6}$ to $\frac{2}{3}$. Then combine with 19: $19 + \frac{2}{3} = 19\frac{2}{3}$ (or as an improper fraction: $\frac{19\times3 + 2}{3} = \frac{59}{3}$)

Answer:

$19\frac{2}{3}$ (or $\frac{59}{3}$)