Question

Harriet rode her bike 2 miles to the mall.She then rode 3/4 mile to the grocery store.She came back the way she went.How many miles ride in all? Explain.

Answer 1

5 1/2 miles
2+2= 4
3/4+3/4= 1 2/4 simplify = 1 1/2
1 1/2+ 4=5 1/2