What is 2/23 plus 2/15?
2/23 plus 2/15 equals 76/345 (or 0.22029 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/23 and 2/15 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/23 + 2/15 = 76/345
Simplified Fraction
76/345
Mixed Number
Proper (76/345)
Decimal Value
0.22029
Percentage
22.029%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/23 + 2/15
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 23 and 15 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 23 × 15 = 345.
LCD(23, 15) = 345
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 345
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/23 by 15, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/15 by 23 so both fractions share the common base 345.
2 × 15/23 × 15 = 30/345 and 2 × 23/15 × 23 = 46/345
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (30 + 46 = 76) and keep the common denominator 345 unchanged.
30 + 46/345 = 76/345
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 76 and 345 is 1, confirming that 76/345 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
76/345
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 76 by denominator 345 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.22029, or 22.029%).
76 ÷ 345 = 0.22029 (22.029%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/23 plus 2/15 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 76/345 |
| Mixed Number Form | 76/345 |
| Decimal Form | 0.22029 |
| Percentage | 22.029% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/23 plus 2/15 as a fraction?
2/23 + 2/15 in simplest fraction form is 76/345.
What is 2/23 plus 2/15 as a decimal?
2/23 + 2/15 converted to a decimal is 0.22029.
What is 2/23 plus 2/15 as a percentage?
2/23 + 2/15 expressed as a percentage is 22.029%.
Does 2/23 plus 2/15 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.22029...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.