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Add 5/36 and 42/45

5/36 + 42/45 is 193/180.

Steps for adding fractions

1. Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
   LCM of 36 and 45 is 180
   
   Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180
2. For the 1st fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
   5/36 = 5 × 5/36 × 5 = 25/180
3. Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
   42/45 = 42 × 4/45 × 4 = 168/180
4. Add the two like fractions:
   25/180 + 168/180 = 25 + 168/180 = 193/180
5. So, 5/36 + 42/45 = 193/180
   In mixed form: 113/180

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