What is 2/30 plus 3/4?
2/30 plus 3/4 equals 49/60 (or 0.816667 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/30 and 3/4 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/30 + 3/4 = 49/60
Simplified Fraction
49/60
Mixed Number
Proper (49/60)
Decimal Value
0.816667
Percentage
81.6667%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/30 + 3/4
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 30 and 4 share a common factor (GCD = 2). Finding their Least Common Multiple gives an LCD of 60 (which is smaller than their product 30 × 4 = 120, keeping the calculation simpler).
LCD(30, 4) = 60
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 60
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/30 by 2, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 3/4 by 15 so both fractions share the common base 60.
2 × 2/30 × 2 = 4/60 and 3 × 15/4 × 15 = 45/60
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (4 + 45 = 49) and keep the common denominator 60 unchanged.
4 + 45/60 = 49/60
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 49 and 60 is 1, confirming that 49/60 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
49/60
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 49 by denominator 60 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.816667, or 81.6667%).
49 ÷ 60 = 0.816667 (81.6667%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/30 plus 3/4 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 49/60 |
| Mixed Number Form | 49/60 |
| Decimal Form | 0.816667 |
| Percentage | 81.6667% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/30 plus 3/4 as a fraction?
2/30 + 3/4 in simplest fraction form is 49/60.
What is 2/30 plus 3/4 as a decimal?
2/30 + 3/4 converted to a decimal is 0.816667.
What is 2/30 plus 3/4 as a percentage?
2/30 + 3/4 expressed as a percentage is 81.6667%.
Does 2/30 plus 3/4 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.816667...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.