There are 16 bees in the hive , then 8 more fly. How many bees are there in all?  Choose the correct choice from the following options.
A) 7
B) 33
C) 12
D) 24
E) 25
16+8= 
<gadget id="calculator">16+8</gadget>
<output>24</output>
24 . Answer is 24.
<result>D</result>
There are 16 bees in the hive , then 8 more fly. How many bees are there in all?