Problem 72 - Introductory Algebra for College Students

Question

Perform the indicated operation. Where possible, reduce the answer to its lowest terms. $$\frac{3}{8}+\frac{3}{8}$$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

\(\frac{3}{4}\)

Step 1: Add the Fractions

When adding fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators: \(\frac{3}{8}+\frac{3}{8}=\frac{3+3}{8}=\frac{6}{8}\)

Step 2: Simplify the Fraction

The fraction \(\frac{6}{8}\) can be simplified by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by the greatest common factor, which is 2 in this case. So, \(\frac{6}{8}=\frac{6 \div 2}{8 \div 2}=\frac{3}{4}\)