Add 8/36 and 49/60
8/36 + 49/60 is 187/180.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 36 and 60 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 60 × 3 = 180,
49/60 = 49 × 3/60 × 3 = 147/180 - Add the two like fractions:
40/180 + 147/180 = 40 + 147/180 = 187/180 - So, 8/36 + 49/60 = 187/180
In mixed form: 17/180
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