Add 9/10 and 5/36
9/10 + 5/36 is 187/180.
Steps for adding fractions
- Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 10 and 36 is 180
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 180 - For the 1st fraction, since 10 × 18 = 180,
9/10 = 9 × 18/10 × 18 = 162/180 - Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 36 × 5 = 180,
5/36 = 5 × 5/36 × 5 = 25/180 - Add the two like fractions:
162/180 + 25/180 = 162 + 25/180 = 187/180 - So, 9/10 + 5/36 = 187/180
In mixed form: 17/180
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