What is 7/4 + 1/4?

This is how you add

Step 1

Since our denominators match, we can add the numerators.

7 + 1 = 8

So the answer is:

Step 2

Last 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.

No good. 2 is larger than 1. So we're done reducing.

Congratulations! Here's your final answer to 7/4 + 1/4