To find 1/8 + 1/2, we need to have a common denominator. In this case, the common denominator is 8.
1/8 can be written as 1/8 * 8/8 = 8/64
1/2 can be written as 1/2 * 4/4 = 32/64
Adding 8/64 and 32/64 gives us 40/64.
In the context of the problem, 1/8 + 1/2 equals 40/64. This means that Micah needs a total of 40/64 of the cinnamon and sugar mixture for his recipe.
Micah is making a cinnamon and sugar mixture to sprinkle on toast. His recipe uses 1/8 cup of cinnamon and 1/2 cup of sugar. Find 1/8+1/2 and interpret this sum in the context of the problem
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