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What is 3/10 + 8/10?

What is 3/10 + 8/10?

This is how we add

3
10
+
8
10

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

3 + 8 = 11

That gives us the sum, which is

11
10

Step 2

Now, do we need to simplify this fraction?

First, we attempt to divide it by 2...

Nope. Try the next prime number, 3...

Nope. Try the next prime number, 5...

Nope. Try the next prime number, 7...

Nope. Try the next prime number, 11...

No good. 11 is larger than 10. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 3/10 + 8/10

3
10
+
8
10
=
11
10
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