Here's how you add
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Step 1Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators. 6 + 10 = 16 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... Are both the numerator and the denominator evenly divisible by 2? Yes! So we reduce it:
Now, try the same number again. Are both the numerator and the denominator evenly divisible by 2? Yes! So we reduce it:
Now, try the same number again. Nope. Try the next prime number, 3... Nope. Try the next prime number, 5... No good. 5 is larger than 4. So we're done reducing. Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 6/12 + 10/12
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