What is 57/7 + 4/7?
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Here's how you add
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Step 1Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators. 57 + 4 = 61 Answer:
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Step 2Now, 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... 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 + 4/7
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