Add 6/15 and 35/36
6/15 + 35/36 is 247/180.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 15 and 36 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 15 × 12 = 180,
6/15 = 6 × 12/15 × 12 = 72/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
35/36 = 35 × 5/36 × 5 = 175/180 - Add the two like fractions:
72/180 + 175/180 = 72 + 175/180 = 247/180 - So, 6/15 + 35/36 = 247/180
In mixed form: 167/180
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