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What is 25/9 + 1/9?

What is 25/9 + 1/9?

This is how you add

25
9
+
1
9

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

25 + 1 = 26

Now we have an answer.

26
9

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...

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. So next you try the next prime number, which is 7...

No good. So next you try the next prime number, which is 11...

No good. 11 is larger than 9. So we're done reducing.

And we're done! Here's the final answer to 25/9 + 1/9

25
9
+
1
9
=
26
9
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