Question

Perform the indicated operation. Be sure the answer is reduced.

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Answer 1

Since the denominators are the same, just use the same denominator and add the numerators.
That is the first step.
Then you may need to reduce the fraction.

Answer 2

think of fractions with the same denominator
just add the numerator

Answer 3

Be sure the answer is reduced.

Answer 4

so 4x+2y

Answer 5

and how do i reduce

Answer 6

@triciaal @mathstudent55

Answer 7

what is common to both terms? factor out

Answer 8

2x+y?