Add 7/15 and 30/36
7/15 + 30/36 is 13/10.
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,
7/15 = 7 × 12/15 × 12 = 84/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
30/36 = 30 × 5/36 × 5 = 150/180 - Add the two like fractions:
84/180 + 150/180 = 84 + 150/180 = 234/180 - 234/180 simplified gives 13/10
- So, 7/15 + 30/36 = 13/10
In mixed form: 13/10
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