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What is 1/3 + 1/3?

What is 1/3 + 1/3?

Let's add

1
3
+
1
3

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

1 + 1 = 2

So the answer is:

2
3

Step 2

Last of all, we need to simplify the fraction, if possible. Can it be reduced to a simpler fraction?

To find out, we try dividing it by 2...

No good. So next you try the next prime number, which is 3...

No good. 3 is larger than 2. So we're done reducing.

And we're done! Here's the final answer to 1/3 + 1/3

1
3
+
1
3
=
2
3
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