Add 15/20 and 14/45
15/20 + 14/45 is 191/180.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 20 and 45 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 20 × 9 = 180,
15/20 = 15 × 9/20 × 9 = 135/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
14/45 = 14 × 4/45 × 4 = 56/180 - Add the two like fractions:
135/180 + 56/180 = 135 + 56/180 = 191/180 - So, 15/20 + 14/45 = 191/180
In mixed form: 111/180
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