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What is 3/4 + 2/4?

What is 3/4 + 2/4?

This is how to add

3
4
+
2
4

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

3 + 2 = 5

So what's the answer so far?

5
4

Step 2

Can this fraction be reduced?

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

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

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

No good. 5 is larger than 4. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 3/4 + 2/4

3
4
+
2
4
=
5
4
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