Add 4/9 and 14/20
4/9 + 14/20 is 103/90.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 9 and 20 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 9 × 20 = 180,
4/9 = 4 × 20/9 × 20 = 80/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 20 × 9 = 180,
14/20 = 14 × 9/20 × 9 = 126/180 - Add the two like fractions:
80/180 + 126/180 = 80 + 126/180 = 206/180 - 206/180 simplified gives 103/90
- So, 4/9 + 14/20 = 103/90
In mixed form: 113/90
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