Add 32/36 and 5/30
32/36 + 5/30 is 19/18.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 36 and 30 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
32/36 = 32 × 5/36 × 5 = 160/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 30 × 6 = 180,
5/30 = 5 × 6/30 × 6 = 30/180 - Add the two like fractions:
160/180 + 30/180 = 160 + 30/180 = 190/180 - 190/180 simplified gives 19/18
- So, 32/36 + 5/30 = 19/18
In mixed form: 11/18
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