Simplifying Fractions: 1/4 + 6/8
When dealing with fractions, it's essential to understand how to add and simplify them. In this article, we'll explore how to add the fractions 1/4 and 6/8.
The Problem: 1/4 + 6/8
To add these fractions, we need to find a common denominator. The least common multiple (LCM) of 4 and 8 is 8. So, we can rewrite the fractions with a denominator of 8:
- 1/4 = 2/8
- 6/8 = 6/8
Adding the Fractions
Now that we have the same denominator, we can add the fractions:
2/8 + 6/8 = 8/8
Simplifying the Fraction
The resulting fraction, 8/8, can be simplified further. Since 8/8 is equal to 1, we can simplify the fraction to:
1
Therefore, the result of adding 1/4 and 6/8 is equal to 1.
