Question

how do i add a mixed number and a fraction with the same denominator? i can break apart the mixed number or the fraction to help me add. follow these steps to find $1\frac{5}{8} + \frac{7}{8}$. complete the statement. to add, first i can break apart $\frac{7}{8}$ to get to the next whole number, which is ?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify current whole number

The mixed number is $1\frac{5}{8}$, so the current whole number before it is 1.

Step2: Calculate needed fraction to reach next whole

To get from $1\frac{5}{8}$ to the next whole number, we need $\frac{8-5}{8}=\frac{3}{8}$.

Step3: Confirm next whole number

Adding $\frac{3}{8}$ to $1\frac{5}{8}$ gives $1+\frac{5+3}{8}=1+1=2$.

Answer:

2