What is 2/9 plus 6/15?
2/9 plus 6/15 equals 28/45 (or 0.622222 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/9 and 6/15 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/9 + 6/15 = 28/45
Simplified Fraction
28/45
Mixed Number
Proper (28/45)
Decimal Value
0.622222
Percentage
62.2222%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/9 + 6/15
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 9 and 15 share a common factor (GCD = 3). Finding their Least Common Multiple gives an LCD of 45 (which is smaller than their product 9 × 15 = 135, keeping the calculation simpler).
LCD(9, 15) = 45
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 45
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/9 by 5, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 6/15 by 3 so both fractions share the common base 45.
2 × 5/9 × 5 = 10/45 and 6 × 3/15 × 3 = 18/45
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (10 + 18 = 28) and keep the common denominator 45 unchanged.
10 + 18/45 = 28/45
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 28 and 45 is 1, confirming that 28/45 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
28/45
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 28 by denominator 45 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.622222, or 62.2222%).
28 ÷ 45 = 0.622222 (62.2222%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/9 plus 6/15 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 28/45 |
| Mixed Number Form | 28/45 |
| Decimal Form | 0.622222 |
| Percentage | 62.2222% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/9 plus 6/15 as a fraction?
2/9 + 6/15 in simplest fraction form is 28/45.
What is 2/9 plus 6/15 as a decimal?
2/9 + 6/15 converted to a decimal is 0.622222.
What is 2/9 plus 6/15 as a percentage?
2/9 + 6/15 expressed as a percentage is 62.2222%.
Does 2/9 plus 6/15 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.622222...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.