add the fractions: $\frac{3}{5}+\frac{1}{2}=$

Explanation:

Step1: Find common denominator

The least common denominator of 5 and 2 is 10.

Step2: Rewrite fractions with LCD

$\frac{3}{5} = \frac{3\times2}{5\times2} = \frac{6}{10}$, $\frac{1}{2} = \frac{1\times5}{2\times5} = \frac{5}{10}$

Step3: Add the numerators

$\frac{6}{10} + \frac{5}{10} = \frac{6+5}{10} = \frac{11}{10}$

Answer:

$\frac{11}{10}$ or $1\frac{1}{10}$