What is 1/24 plus 2/4?
1/24 plus 2/4 equals 13/24 (or 0.541667 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 1/24 and 2/4 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
1/24 + 2/4 = 13/24
Simplified Fraction
13/24
Mixed Number
Proper (13/24)
Decimal Value
0.541667
Percentage
54.1667%
Step-by-Step Solution: 1/24 + 2/4
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
Notice that 24 is an exact multiple of 4 (4 × 6 = 24). The Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply 24, meaning we only need to scale one fraction.
LCD(24, 4) = 24
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 24
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 1/24 by 1, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/4 by 6 so both fractions share the common base 24.
1 × 1/24 × 1 = 1/24 and 2 × 6/4 × 6 = 12/24
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (1 + 12 = 13) and keep the common denominator 24 unchanged.
1 + 12/24 = 13/24
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 13 and 24 is 1, confirming that 13/24 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
13/24
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 13 by denominator 24 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.541667, or 54.1667%).
13 ÷ 24 = 0.541667 (54.1667%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 1/24 plus 2/4 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 13/24 |
| Mixed Number Form | 13/24 |
| Decimal Form | 0.541667 |
| Percentage | 54.1667% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1/24 plus 2/4 as a fraction?
1/24 + 2/4 in simplest fraction form is 13/24.
What is 1/24 plus 2/4 as a decimal?
1/24 + 2/4 converted to a decimal is 0.541667.
What is 1/24 plus 2/4 as a percentage?
1/24 + 2/4 expressed as a percentage is 54.1667%.
Does 1/24 plus 2/4 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.541667...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.