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What is 24/12 + 4/12?

What is 24/12 + 4/12?

This is how we add

24
12
 +
4
12

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

24 + 4 = 28

Now we have an answer.

28
12

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...

Are both the numerator and the denominator evenly divisible by 2? Yes! So we reduce it:

28
12
 ÷ 2 =
14
6

Now, try the same number again.

Are both the numerator and the denominator evenly divisible by 2? Yes! So we reduce it:

14
6
 ÷ 2 =
7
3

Now, try the same number again.

Nope. Try the next prime number, 3...

Nope. Try the next prime number, 5...

No good. 5 is larger than 3. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 24/12 + 4/12

24
12
 +
4
12
 =
7
3
© 2014 Randy Tayler

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