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What is 3/11 + 2/11?

What is 3/11 + 2/11?

This is how to add

3
11
+
2
11

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

3 + 2 = 5

Answer:

5
11

Step 2

Now, do we need to simplify this fraction?

First, we attempt to divide it by 2...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 3...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 5...

Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 7...

No good. 7 is larger than 5. So we're done reducing.

There you have it! Here's the final answer to 3/11 + 2/11

3
11
+
2
11
=
5
11
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