Question

find the sum. use fraction strips to help. 3. \\(\frac{1}{2}+\frac{1}{4}=\frac{\square}{\square}+\frac{\square}{\square}=\frac{\square}{\square}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Convert to common denominator

$\frac{1}{2} = \frac{2}{4}$

Step2: Rewrite the addition

$\frac{2}{4} + \frac{1}{4}$

Step3: Add the numerators

$\frac{2+1}{4} = \frac{3}{4}$

Answer:

$\frac{2}{4} + \frac{1}{4} = \frac{3}{4}$