Question

first, choose a common denominator for $\frac{1}{3}$ and $\frac{1}{12}$. 12 next, rewrite the command to show how many twelfths are in $\frac{1}{3}$. 4 new command 3: start at $\frac{4}{12}$. move $\frac{1}{12}$ to the right. complete the equation to show chips new location. $\frac{1}{3}+\frac{1}{12}=\frac{4}{12}+\frac{1}{12}=\frac{?}{?}$

Explanation:

Step1: Add numerators

Since we have $\frac{4}{12}+\frac{1}{12}$, and when adding fractions with the same denominator, we add the numerators. So $4 + 1=5$.

Step2: Keep denominator

The denominator remains 12 as the fractions have a common - denominator of 12.

Answer:

$\frac{5}{12}$