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

2
12
+
4
12
+
4
12
A.
5
6
B.
7
12
C.
5
12
D.
7
6
That's Correct!
It's Wrong!
2
12
+
4
12
+
4
12

Look at the fractions to be added. The denominator is same for all of them.

So, add the numerators, and put the obtained result over the common denominator.

2
12
+
4
12
+
4
12
=
2 + 4 + 4
12
=
10
12

Now, simplify:

10
12
=
10 ÷ 2
12 ÷ 2
=
5
6
So, 
2
12
+
4
12
+
4
12
=
5
6
.

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15
Grade
4
Theme
Fractions
Passing score
80%

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