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Add 16/25 and 20/45

16/25 + 20/45 is 244/225.

Steps for adding fractions

  1. Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
    LCM of 25 and 45 is 225

    Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 225
  2. For the 1st fraction, since 25 × 9 = 225,
    16/25 = 16 × 9/25 × 9 = 144/225
  3. Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 5 = 225,
    20/45 = 20 × 5/45 × 5 = 100/225
  4. Add the two like fractions:
    144/225 + 100/225 = 144 + 100/225 = 244/225
  5. So, 16/25 + 20/45 = 244/225
    In mixed form: 119/225

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