Add 4/20 and 42/45
4/20 + 42/45 is 17/15.
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,
4/20 = 4 × 9/20 × 9 = 36/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
42/45 = 42 × 4/45 × 4 = 168/180 - Add the two like fractions:
36/180 + 168/180 = 36 + 168/180 = 204/180 - 204/180 simplified gives 17/15
- So, 4/20 + 42/45 = 17/15
In mixed form: 12/15
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