Add 8/36 and 42/45
8/36 + 42/45 is 52/45.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 36 and 45 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
8/36 = 8 × 5/36 × 5 = 40/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 45 × 4 = 180,
42/45 = 42 × 4/45 × 4 = 168/180 - Add the two like fractions:
40/180 + 168/180 = 40 + 168/180 = 208/180 - 208/180 simplified gives 52/45
- So, 8/36 + 42/45 = 52/45
In mixed form: 17/45
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