Question

Write the sum as a mixed number so the fractional part is less than 1. 4 1/2 plus 2. 1/2

Answer 1

Well 41/2+1/2=
9/2+1/2
10/2

Answer 2

4 1/2 + 2 1/2 =
9/2 + 5/2 =
14/2 ........but 14/2 reduces to 7.....no need for a mixed number.....unless, maybe 7 0/0 ??