What is 3/24 + 5/12?
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This is how you add
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Step 1We have to make sure the denominators are equal. Since 12 is evenly divided by 24, we can multiply just one term to get a common denominator. Multiply 5 by 2, and get 10, then we multiply 12 by 2 and get 24. So now our fractions look like this:
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Step 2Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators. 3 + 10 = 13 Now we have an answer.
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Step 3Last 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. So next you try the next prime number, which is 13... No good. So next you try the next prime number, which is 17... No good. 17 is larger than 13. So we're done reducing. And we're done! Here's the final answer to 3/24 + 5/12
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