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What is 11/12 + 8/12?

What is 11/12 + 8/12?

Let's add

11
12
 +
8
12

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

11 + 8 = 19

Answer:

19
12

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...

Nope. Try the next prime number, 13...

No good. 13 is larger than 12. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 11/12 + 8/12

11
12
 +
8
12
 =
19
12
© 2014 Randy Tayler

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