Add 7/20 and 30/36
7/20 + 30/36 is 71/60.
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,
7/20 = 7 × 9/20 × 9 = 63/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
30/36 = 30 × 5/36 × 5 = 150/180 - Add the two like fractions:
63/180 + 150/180 = 63 + 150/180 = 213/180 - 213/180 simplified gives 71/60
- So, 7/20 + 30/36 = 71/60
In mixed form: 111/60
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