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What is 24/12 + 1/12?

What is 24/12 + 1/12?

Here's how to add

24
12
+
1
12

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

24 + 1 = 25

That gives us an answer of

25
12

Step 2

Can this fraction be reduced?

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 24/12 + 1/12

24
12
+
1
12
=
25
12
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