42/5 plus 7/6

42/5 + 7/6
=
287 30
Mixed Number: 9 17/30
Decimal: 9.566667
Percentage: 956.67%

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. 1
    Find LCM of denominators
    LCM(5, 6) = 30
  2. 2
    Convert to common denominator
    42/5 = 252/30    7/6 = 35/30
  3. 3
    Add numerators
    252 + 35 = 287/30
  4. 4
    Simplify
    287/30 = 287/30

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.

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