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Explain the steps to add and . State the least common denominator (LCD) and the final sum.
Question: Explain the steps to add and . State the least common denominator (LCD) and the final sum.
Sample answer: First, find the LCD of 12 and 18, which is 36. Rewrite the fractions with the common denominator as and . Finally, add the numerators together to get the final sum of .
Key points:
- Identify that the least common denominator (LCD) is .
- Explain rewriting the fractions as and .
- State the final sum is .
Rubric: A correct response must identify the LCD as 36, explain how to rewrite the fractions with this common denominator, and state the final sum of .
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