Question

add. write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number.
\\(\frac{1}{4} + 8\frac{1}{4} = \square\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Add the fractional parts

$\frac{1}{4} + \frac{1}{4} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2}$

Step2: Combine with whole number

$8 + \frac{1}{2}$

Answer:

$8\frac{1}{2}$