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What is 50/8 + 1/8?

What is 50/8 + 1/8?

Here's how we add

50
8
+
1
8

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

50 + 1 = 51

Answer:

51
8

Step 2

Now, do we need to simplify this fraction?

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

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

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

Nope. Try the next prime number, 7...

Nope. Try the next prime number, 11...

No good. 11 is larger than 8. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 50/8 + 1/8

50
8
+
1
8
=
51
8
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