What is 1/35 plus 2/21?
1/35 plus 2/21 equals 13/105 (or 0.12381 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 1/35 and 2/21 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
1/35 + 2/21 = 13/105
Simplified Fraction
13/105
Mixed Number
Proper (13/105)
Decimal Value
0.12381
Percentage
12.381%
Step-by-Step Solution: 1/35 + 2/21
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 35 and 21 share a common factor (GCD = 7). Finding their Least Common Multiple gives an LCD of 105 (which is smaller than their product 35 × 21 = 735, keeping the calculation simpler).
LCD(35, 21) = 105
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 105
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 1/35 by 3, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/21 by 5 so both fractions share the common base 105.
1 × 3/35 × 3 = 3/105 and 2 × 5/21 × 5 = 10/105
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (3 + 10 = 13) and keep the common denominator 105 unchanged.
3 + 10/105 = 13/105
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 13 and 105 is 1, confirming that 13/105 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
13/105
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 13 by denominator 105 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.12381, or 12.381%).
13 ÷ 105 = 0.12381 (12.381%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 1/35 plus 2/21 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 13/105 |
| Mixed Number Form | 13/105 |
| Decimal Form | 0.12381 |
| Percentage | 12.381% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1/35 plus 2/21 as a fraction?
1/35 + 2/21 in simplest fraction form is 13/105.
What is 1/35 plus 2/21 as a decimal?
1/35 + 2/21 converted to a decimal is 0.12381.
What is 1/35 plus 2/21 as a percentage?
1/35 + 2/21 expressed as a percentage is 12.381%.
Does 1/35 plus 2/21 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.12381...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.