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What is 10/11 + 9/11?

What is 10/11 + 9/11?

This is how to add

10
11
+
9
11

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

10 + 9 = 19

That gives us an answer of

19
11

Step 2

Can this fraction be reduced?

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

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

No good. So next you try the next prime number, which is 5...

No good. So next you try the next prime number, which is 7...

No good. So next you try the next prime number, which is 11...

No good. So next you try the next prime number, which is 13...

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

And we're done! Here's the final answer to 10/11 + 9/11

10
11
+
9
11
=
19
11
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