Add 6/20 and 35/36
6/20 + 35/36 is 229/180.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 20 and 36 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 20 × 9 = 180,
6/20 = 6 × 9/20 × 9 = 54/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
35/36 = 35 × 5/36 × 5 = 175/180 - Add the two like fractions:
54/180 + 175/180 = 54 + 175/180 = 229/180 - So, 6/20 + 35/36 = 229/180
In mixed form: 149/180
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