What is 2/35 plus 2/7?
2/35 plus 2/7 equals 12/35 (or 0.342857 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/35 and 2/7 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/35 + 2/7 = 12/35
Simplified Fraction
12/35
Mixed Number
Proper (12/35)
Decimal Value
0.342857
Percentage
34.2857%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/35 + 2/7
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
Notice that 35 is an exact multiple of 7 (7 × 5 = 35). The Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply 35, meaning we only need to scale one fraction.
LCD(35, 7) = 35
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 35
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/35 by 1, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/7 by 5 so both fractions share the common base 35.
2 × 1/35 × 1 = 2/35 and 2 × 5/7 × 5 = 10/35
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (2 + 10 = 12) and keep the common denominator 35 unchanged.
2 + 10/35 = 12/35
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 12 and 35 is 1, confirming that 12/35 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
12/35
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 12 by denominator 35 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.342857, or 34.2857%).
12 ÷ 35 = 0.342857 (34.2857%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/35 plus 2/7 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 12/35 |
| Mixed Number Form | 12/35 |
| Decimal Form | 0.342857 |
| Percentage | 34.2857% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/35 plus 2/7 as a fraction?
2/35 + 2/7 in simplest fraction form is 12/35.
What is 2/35 plus 2/7 as a decimal?
2/35 + 2/7 converted to a decimal is 0.342857.
What is 2/35 plus 2/7 as a percentage?
2/35 + 2/7 expressed as a percentage is 34.2857%.
Does 2/35 plus 2/7 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.342857...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.