What is 2/15 plus 4/5?
2/15 plus 4/5 equals 14/15 (or 0.933333 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/15 and 4/5 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/15 + 4/5 = 14/15
Simplified Fraction
14/15
Mixed Number
Proper (14/15)
Decimal Value
0.933333
Percentage
93.3333%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/15 + 4/5
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
Notice that 15 is an exact multiple of 5 (5 × 3 = 15). The Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply 15, meaning we only need to scale one fraction.
LCD(15, 5) = 15
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 15
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/15 by 1, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 4/5 by 3 so both fractions share the common base 15.
2 × 1/15 × 1 = 2/15 and 4 × 3/5 × 3 = 12/15
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (2 + 12 = 14) and keep the common denominator 15 unchanged.
2 + 12/15 = 14/15
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 14 and 15 is 1, confirming that 14/15 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
14/15
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 14 by denominator 15 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.933333, or 93.3333%).
14 ÷ 15 = 0.933333 (93.3333%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/15 plus 4/5 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 14/15 |
| Mixed Number Form | 14/15 |
| Decimal Form | 0.933333 |
| Percentage | 93.3333% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/15 plus 4/5 as a fraction?
2/15 + 4/5 in simplest fraction form is 14/15.
What is 2/15 plus 4/5 as a decimal?
2/15 + 4/5 converted to a decimal is 0.933333.
What is 2/15 plus 4/5 as a percentage?
2/15 + 4/5 expressed as a percentage is 93.3333%.
Does 2/15 plus 4/5 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.933333...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.