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A meteorologist recorded the rainfall in Oakdale in two consecutive months. In the first month, there were 1 6/12 inches of rain. In the second month, there were 1 inch of rain. What was the total amount of rainfall during the two months?

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Answer:

There were 2 1/2 inches of rain in 2 months.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Reduce 1 6/12 to 1 1/2.

2. Add 1 1/2 and 1 (if it is easier for you to add decimals you can reduce the 1 1/2 to 1.5 by dividing 1 by 2. In that case you would get 2.5 as your final answer). The answer is 2 1/2.