Determine the sum of the two fractions:
8) $-1 \frac{3}{18}+\frac{5}{6}$

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The sum of the two fractions is $\boxed{-\frac{1}{3}}$.

Steps

Step 1 ：Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction. The mixed number is $-1 \frac{3}{18}$, which can be converted to $-\frac{7}{6}$.

Step 2 ：Simplify the fractions if possible. The fractions are $-\frac{7}{6}$ and $\frac{5}{6}$. They are already in their simplest form.

Step 3 ：Add the two fractions together. $-\frac{7}{6} + \frac{5}{6} = -\frac{1}{3}$.

Step 4 ：The sum of the two fractions is $\boxed{-\frac{1}{3}}$.