What is 2/15 plus 2/7?
2/15 plus 2/7 equals 44/105 (or 0.419048 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/15 and 2/7 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/15 + 2/7 = 44/105
Simplified Fraction
44/105
Mixed Number
Proper (44/105)
Decimal Value
0.419048
Percentage
41.9048%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/15 + 2/7
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 15 and 7 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 15 × 7 = 105.
LCD(15, 7) = 105
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 105
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/15 by 7, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/7 by 15 so both fractions share the common base 105.
2 × 7/15 × 7 = 14/105 and 2 × 15/7 × 15 = 30/105
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (14 + 30 = 44) and keep the common denominator 105 unchanged.
14 + 30/105 = 44/105
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 44 and 105 is 1, confirming that 44/105 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
44/105
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 44 by denominator 105 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.419048, or 41.9048%).
44 ÷ 105 = 0.419048 (41.9048%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/15 plus 2/7 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 44/105 |
| Mixed Number Form | 44/105 |
| Decimal Form | 0.419048 |
| Percentage | 41.9048% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/15 plus 2/7 as a fraction?
2/15 + 2/7 in simplest fraction form is 44/105.
What is 2/15 plus 2/7 as a decimal?
2/15 + 2/7 converted to a decimal is 0.419048.
What is 2/15 plus 2/7 as a percentage?
2/15 + 2/7 expressed as a percentage is 41.9048%.
Does 2/15 plus 2/7 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.419048...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.