What is 1/4 + 2/4?

Here's how we add

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

1 + 2 = 3

Answer:

Step 2

Now, do we need to simplify this fraction?

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. 5 is larger than 3. So we're done reducing.

And we're done! Here's the final answer to 1/4 + 2/4