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What is 5/11 + 9/11?

What is 5/11 + 9/11?

Let's add

5
11
+
9
11

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

5 + 9 = 14

Now we have an answer.

14
11

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...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 3...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 5...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 7...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 11...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 13...

No good. 13 is larger than 11. So we're done reducing.

There you have it! Here's the final answer to 5/11 + 9/11

5
11
+
9
11
=
14
11
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