What is 2/25 plus 3/8?
2/25 plus 3/8 equals 91/200 (or 0.455 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/25 and 3/8 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/25 + 3/8 = 91/200
Simplified Fraction
91/200
Mixed Number
Proper (91/200)
Decimal Value
0.455
Percentage
45.5%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/25 + 3/8
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 25 and 8 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 25 × 8 = 200.
LCD(25, 8) = 200
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 200
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/25 by 8, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 3/8 by 25 so both fractions share the common base 200.
2 × 8/25 × 8 = 16/200 and 3 × 25/8 × 25 = 75/200
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (16 + 75 = 91) and keep the common denominator 200 unchanged.
16 + 75/200 = 91/200
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 91 and 200 is 1, confirming that 91/200 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
91/200
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 91 by denominator 200 yields an exact terminating decimal of 0.455 (or 45.5%).
91 ÷ 200 = 0.455 (45.5%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/25 plus 3/8 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 91/200 |
| Mixed Number Form | 91/200 |
| Decimal Form | 0.455 |
| Percentage | 45.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/25 plus 3/8 as a fraction?
2/25 + 3/8 in simplest fraction form is 91/200.
What is 2/25 plus 3/8 as a decimal?
2/25 + 3/8 converted to a decimal is 0.455.
What is 2/25 plus 3/8 as a percentage?
2/25 + 3/8 expressed as a percentage is 45.5%.
Does 2/25 plus 3/8 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in an exact terminating decimal (0.455) because the denominator in simplest terms contains only prime factors 2 and/or 5.