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Add 15/96 and 25/75

15/96 + 25/75 is 47/96.

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1. Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
   LCM of 96 and 75 is 2400
   
   Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 2400
2. For the 1st fraction, since 96 × 25 = 2400,
   15/96 = 15 × 25/96 × 25 = 375/2400
3. Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 75 × 32 = 2400,
   25/75 = 25 × 32/75 × 32 = 800/2400
4. Add the two like fractions:
   375/2400 + 800/2400 = 375 + 800/2400 = 1175/2400
5. 1175/2400 simplified gives 47/96
6. So, 15/96 + 25/75 = 47/96

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