What is 1/7 plus 6/13?
1/7 plus 6/13 equals 55/91 (or 0.604396 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 1/7 and 6/13 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
1/7 + 6/13 = 55/91
Simplified Fraction
55/91
Mixed Number
Proper (55/91)
Decimal Value
0.604396
Percentage
60.4396%
Step-by-Step Solution: 1/7 + 6/13
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 7 and 13 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 7 × 13 = 91.
LCD(7, 13) = 91
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 91
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 1/7 by 13, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 6/13 by 7 so both fractions share the common base 91.
1 × 13/7 × 13 = 13/91 and 6 × 7/13 × 7 = 42/91
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (13 + 42 = 55) and keep the common denominator 91 unchanged.
13 + 42/91 = 55/91
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 55 and 91 is 1, confirming that 55/91 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
55/91
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 55 by denominator 91 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.604396, or 60.4396%).
55 ÷ 91 = 0.604396 (60.4396%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 1/7 plus 6/13 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 55/91 |
| Mixed Number Form | 55/91 |
| Decimal Form | 0.604396 |
| Percentage | 60.4396% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1/7 plus 6/13 as a fraction?
1/7 + 6/13 in simplest fraction form is 55/91.
What is 1/7 plus 6/13 as a decimal?
1/7 + 6/13 converted to a decimal is 0.604396.
What is 1/7 plus 6/13 as a percentage?
1/7 + 6/13 expressed as a percentage is 60.4396%.
Does 1/7 plus 6/13 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.604396...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.