What is 57/7 + 1/7?
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This is how you add
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Step 1Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators. 57 + 1 = 58 So the answer is:
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Step 2Last 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... 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... Nope! So now we try the next greatest prime number, 11... No good. 11 is larger than 7. So we're done reducing. There you have it! Here's the final answer to 57/7 + 1/7
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