Question

Sam rode his bike 1/2 of a mile and walked another 3/4 of a mile. How far did he travel?

Answer 1

Answer: 1/2 + 3/4

1/2 + 3/4

---Find a common denominator

2/4 + 3/4

5/4

---Convert improper fraction to a mixed number

5/4 = 1 1/4

Answer: 1 1/4 miles

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