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What is 5/3 + 2/3?

What is 5/3 + 2/3?

This is how to add

5
3
+
2
3

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

5 + 2 = 7

So what's the answer so far?

7
3

Step 2

Can this fraction be reduced?

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

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

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

No good. 5 is larger than 3. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 5/3 + 2/3

5
3
+
2
3
=
7
3
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