172/5 plus 101/6
172/5 + 101/6
=
1537
30
Step-by-Step Solution
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1Find LCM of denominatorsLCM(5, 6) = 30
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2Convert to common denominator172/5 = 1032/30 101/6 = 505/30
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3Add numerators1032 + 505 = 1537/30
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4Simplify1537/30 = 1537/30
How to Add Fractions
To add fractions, you need a common denominator. Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of both denominators, convert each fraction, then add the numerators. Finally, simplify the result by dividing both numerator and denominator by their GCD.