add. $\frac{7}{12}+\frac{1}{4}=$

Explanation:

Step1: Find a common denominator

The common - denominator of 12 and 4 is 12. Since $\frac{1}{4}=\frac{1\times3}{4\times3}=\frac{3}{12}$.

Step2: Add the fractions

$\frac{7}{12}+\frac{3}{12}=\frac{7 + 3}{12}=\frac{10}{12}$.

Step3: Simplify the fraction

$\frac{10}{12}=\frac{10\div2}{12\div2}=\frac{5}{6}$.

Answer:

$\frac{5}{6}$