What is 2/37 plus 2/13?
2/37 plus 2/13 equals 100/481 (or 0.2079 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/37 and 2/13 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/37 + 2/13 = 100/481
Simplified Fraction
100/481
Mixed Number
Proper (100/481)
Decimal Value
0.2079
Percentage
20.79%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/37 + 2/13
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 37 and 13 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 37 × 13 = 481.
LCD(37, 13) = 481
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 481
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/37 by 13, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/13 by 37 so both fractions share the common base 481.
2 × 13/37 × 13 = 26/481 and 2 × 37/13 × 37 = 74/481
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (26 + 74 = 100) and keep the common denominator 481 unchanged.
26 + 74/481 = 100/481
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 100 and 481 is 1, confirming that 100/481 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
100/481
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 100 by denominator 481 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.2079, or 20.79%).
100 ÷ 481 = 0.2079 (20.79%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/37 plus 2/13 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 100/481 |
| Mixed Number Form | 100/481 |
| Decimal Form | 0.2079 |
| Percentage | 20.79% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/37 plus 2/13 as a fraction?
2/37 + 2/13 in simplest fraction form is 100/481.
What is 2/37 plus 2/13 as a decimal?
2/37 + 2/13 converted to a decimal is 0.2079.
What is 2/37 plus 2/13 as a percentage?
2/37 + 2/13 expressed as a percentage is 20.79%.
Does 2/37 plus 2/13 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.2079...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.