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What is 21/11 + 9/11?

What is 21/11 + 9/11?

This is how we add

21
11
+
9
11

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

21 + 9 = 30

Now we have an answer.

30
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. 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 11. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 21/11 + 9/11

21
11
+
9
11
=
30
11
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