What is 2/7 plus 9/14?
2/7 plus 9/14 equals 13/14 (or 0.928571 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/7 and 9/14 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/7 + 9/14 = 13/14
Simplified Fraction
13/14
Mixed Number
Proper (13/14)
Decimal Value
0.928571
Percentage
92.8571%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/7 + 9/14
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
Notice that 14 is an exact multiple of 7 (7 × 2 = 14). The Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply 14, meaning we only need to scale one fraction.
LCD(7, 14) = 14
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 14
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/7 by 2, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 9/14 by 1 so both fractions share the common base 14.
2 × 2/7 × 2 = 4/14 and 9 × 1/14 × 1 = 9/14
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (4 + 9 = 13) and keep the common denominator 14 unchanged.
4 + 9/14 = 13/14
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 13 and 14 is 1, confirming that 13/14 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
13/14
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 13 by denominator 14 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.928571, or 92.8571%).
13 ÷ 14 = 0.928571 (92.8571%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/7 plus 9/14 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 13/14 |
| Mixed Number Form | 13/14 |
| Decimal Form | 0.928571 |
| Percentage | 92.8571% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/7 plus 9/14 as a fraction?
2/7 + 9/14 in simplest fraction form is 13/14.
What is 2/7 plus 9/14 as a decimal?
2/7 + 9/14 converted to a decimal is 0.928571.
What is 2/7 plus 9/14 as a percentage?
2/7 + 9/14 expressed as a percentage is 92.8571%.
Does 2/7 plus 9/14 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.928571...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.