Question

How do i solve 1/4 +1/3​

Answer 1

7/12

Explanation:

1. Write all numerators above the least common denominator which is 12.
2. Divide the denominator 12 by the first denominator 4 and add it to the first numerator 1, your result should be 3.
3. Divide the denominator 12 by the second denominator 3 and add it to the second numerator 1, your result should be 4.
4. Add the numerator since you have a + sign 3+4/12.
5. Answer: 7/12.

Answer 2

`\large\boxed{(1)/(4)+(1)/(3)=(7)/(12)}`

Explanation:

`(1)/(4)+(1)/(3)\qquad\text{find}\ LCD=(4)(3)=12\\\\=(1\cdot3)/(4\cdot3)+(1\cdot4)/(3\cdot4)=(3)/(12)+(4)/(12)=(3+4)/(12)=(7)/(12)`