What is 2/7 plus 3/10?
2/7 plus 3/10 equals 41/70 (or 0.585714 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/7 and 3/10 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/7 + 3/10 = 41/70
Simplified Fraction
41/70
Mixed Number
Proper (41/70)
Decimal Value
0.585714
Percentage
58.5714%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/7 + 3/10
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 7 and 10 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 7 × 10 = 70.
LCD(7, 10) = 70
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 70
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/7 by 10, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 3/10 by 7 so both fractions share the common base 70.
2 × 10/7 × 10 = 20/70 and 3 × 7/10 × 7 = 21/70
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (20 + 21 = 41) and keep the common denominator 70 unchanged.
20 + 21/70 = 41/70
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 41 and 70 is 1, confirming that 41/70 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
41/70
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 41 by denominator 70 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.585714, or 58.5714%).
41 ÷ 70 = 0.585714 (58.5714%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/7 plus 3/10 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 41/70 |
| Mixed Number Form | 41/70 |
| Decimal Form | 0.585714 |
| Percentage | 58.5714% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/7 plus 3/10 as a fraction?
2/7 + 3/10 in simplest fraction form is 41/70.
What is 2/7 plus 3/10 as a decimal?
2/7 + 3/10 converted to a decimal is 0.585714.
What is 2/7 plus 3/10 as a percentage?
2/7 + 3/10 expressed as a percentage is 58.5714%.
Does 2/7 plus 3/10 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.585714...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.