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

1
12
+
2
12
+
5
12
A.
5
12
B.
3
4
C.
2
3
D.
7
12
That's Correct!
It's Wrong!
1
12
+
2
12
+
5
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.

1
12
+
2
12
+
5
12
=
1 + 2 + 5
12
=
8
12

Now, simplify:

8
12
=
8 ÷ 4
12 ÷ 4
=
2
3
So, 
1
12
+
2
12
+
5
12
=
2
3
.

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Grade
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Theme
Fractions
Passing score
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