What is 4/4 + 3/4?

Let's add

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

4 + 3 = 7

That gives us the sum, which is

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...

No good. 5 is larger than 4. So we're done reducing.

There you have it! Here's the final answer to 4/4 + 3/4