What is 2/9 plus 7/22?
2/9 plus 7/22 equals 107/198 (or 0.540404 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/9 and 7/22 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/9 + 7/22 = 107/198
Simplified Fraction
107/198
Mixed Number
Proper (107/198)
Decimal Value
0.540404
Percentage
54.0404%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/9 + 7/22
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 9 and 22 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 9 × 22 = 198.
LCD(9, 22) = 198
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 198
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/9 by 22, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 7/22 by 9 so both fractions share the common base 198.
2 × 22/9 × 22 = 44/198 and 7 × 9/22 × 9 = 63/198
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (44 + 63 = 107) and keep the common denominator 198 unchanged.
44 + 63/198 = 107/198
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 107 and 198 is 1, confirming that 107/198 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
107/198
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 107 by denominator 198 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.540404, or 54.0404%).
107 ÷ 198 = 0.540404 (54.0404%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/9 plus 7/22 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 107/198 |
| Mixed Number Form | 107/198 |
| Decimal Form | 0.540404 |
| Percentage | 54.0404% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/9 plus 7/22 as a fraction?
2/9 + 7/22 in simplest fraction form is 107/198.
What is 2/9 plus 7/22 as a decimal?
2/9 + 7/22 converted to a decimal is 0.540404.
What is 2/9 plus 7/22 as a percentage?
2/9 + 7/22 expressed as a percentage is 54.0404%.
Does 2/9 plus 7/22 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.540404...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.