What is the sum of the given fractions? Reduce the sum to its simplest form (if possible).

5
12
+
4
12
A.
3
4
B.
1
4
C.
5
12
D.
7
12
That's Correct!
It's Wrong!
5
12
+
4
12

Look at the given fractions. The denominator is same in both the fractions.So, add the numerators, and put the obtained result over the common denominator.

5
12
+
4
12
=
5 + 4
12
=
9
12

Now, simplify:

9
12
=
9 ÷ 3
12 ÷ 3
=
3
4
So, 
5
12
+
4
12
=
3
4
.

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Theme
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