Question

add.
\\(\frac{5}{8} + \frac{-1}{2} = \square\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Find a common denominator

The denominators are 8 and 2. The least common denominator is 8. Rewrite $\frac{-1}{2}$ with denominator 8: $\frac{-1\times4}{2\times4}=\frac{-4}{8}$

Step2: Add the fractions

Now add $\frac{5}{8}$ and $\frac{-4}{8}$: $\frac{5 + (-4)}{8}=\frac{1}{8}$

Answer:

$\frac{1}{8}$