Add 7/9 and 5/20
7/9 + 5/20 is 37/36.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 9 and 20 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 9 × 20 = 180,
7/9 = 7 × 20/9 × 20 = 140/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 20 × 9 = 180,
5/20 = 5 × 9/20 × 9 = 45/180 - Add the two like fractions:
140/180 + 45/180 = 140 + 45/180 = 185/180 - 185/180 simplified gives 37/36
- So, 7/9 + 5/20 = 37/36
In mixed form: 11/36
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