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Find the LCM of the denominators.

Example 1: 1/4 + 2/3

The LCM of 3 and 4 is 12, so the common denominator is 12. Convert each fraction to 12ths and add.

Example 2: 1/8 + 5/6

The LCM of 6 and 8 is 24, so the common denominator is 24. Convert each fraction to 24ths and add.

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