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-Lorrie bought $\frac{1}{3} \mathrm{lb}$ of basil and $\frac{1}{5} \mathrm{lb}$ of oregano. How many pounds of herbs did she buy in total?
A) $\frac{2}{5} l b$
B) $\frac{1}{15} \mathrm{lb}$
C) $\frac{8}{15} \mathrm{lb}$
D) $\frac{4}{15} \mathrm{lb}$

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To find the total weight of the herbs, add the weights of basil and oregano: $\frac{1}{3} \mathrm{lb} + \frac{1}{5} \mathrm{lb} = \frac{5}{15} \mathrm{lb} + \frac{3}{15} \mathrm{lb} = \frac{8}{15} \mathrm{lb}$.

Solve -Lorrie Bought 13lb\frac{1}{3} \mathrm{lb}31​lb Of Basil And 15lb\frac{1}{5} \mathrm{lb}51​lb Of Oregano 25lb\frac{2}{5} l b52​lb

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-Lorrie Bought $\frac{1}{3} \mathrm{lb}$ Of Basil And $\frac{1}{5} \mathrm{lb}$ Of Oregano $\frac{2}{5} l b$