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What is the result of 1/2 + 1/4?
To add fractions, find a common denominator. 1/2 can be written as 2/4. Then add: 2/4 + 1/4 = 3/4.
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Question: What is the result of 1/2 + 1/4?
Answer options:
- 2/4 ✅ 3/4
- 1/8
- 2/6
Correct answer: 3/4
Explanation: To add fractions, find a common denominator. 1/2 can be written as 2/4. Then add: 2/4 + 1/4 = 3/4.
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