Add 30/36 and 5/10
30/36 + 5/10 is 4/3.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 36 and 10 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
30/36 = 30 × 5/36 × 5 = 150/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 10 × 18 = 180,
5/10 = 5 × 18/10 × 18 = 90/180 - Add the two like fractions:
150/180 + 90/180 = 150 + 90/180 = 240/180 - 240/180 simplified gives 4/3
- So, 30/36 + 5/10 = 4/3
In mixed form: 11/3
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