SOLUTION: How do I solve the fraction 1/9 + 11/12? Is it true to find a common denominator before adding the numerators? I've tried and have fallen short. Please Help.

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Question 777749: How do I solve the fraction 1/9 + 11/12? Is it true to find a common denominator before adding the numerators? I've tried and have fallen short. Please Help.
Answer by rfer(16322)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Try 36
4/36+33/36=37/36= 1 1/36

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