Add 50/98 and 27/28
50/98 + 27/28 is 289/196.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 98 and 28 is 196
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 196 - For the 1st fraction, since 98 × 2 = 196,
50/98 = 50 × 2/98 × 2 = 100/196 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 28 × 7 = 196,
27/28 = 27 × 7/28 × 7 = 189/196 - Add the two like fractions:
100/196 + 189/196 = 100 + 189/196 = 289/196 - So, 50/98 + 27/28 = 289/196
In mixed form: 193/196
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