What is 2/9 plus 9/13?
2/9 plus 9/13 equals 107/117 (or 0.91453 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 2/9 and 9/13 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
2/9 + 9/13 = 107/117
Simplified Fraction
107/117
Mixed Number
Proper (107/117)
Decimal Value
0.91453
Percentage
91.453%
Step-by-Step Solution: 2/9 + 9/13
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 9 and 13 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 9 × 13 = 117.
LCD(9, 13) = 117
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 117
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/9 by 13, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 9/13 by 9 so both fractions share the common base 117.
2 × 13/9 × 13 = 26/117 and 9 × 9/13 × 9 = 81/117
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (26 + 81 = 107) and keep the common denominator 117 unchanged.
26 + 81/117 = 107/117
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 107 and 117 is 1, confirming that 107/117 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
107/117
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 107 by denominator 117 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.91453, or 91.453%).
107 ÷ 117 = 0.91453 (91.453%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 2/9 plus 9/13 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 107/117 |
| Mixed Number Form | 107/117 |
| Decimal Form | 0.91453 |
| Percentage | 91.453% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 2/9 plus 9/13 as a fraction?
2/9 + 9/13 in simplest fraction form is 107/117.
What is 2/9 plus 9/13 as a decimal?
2/9 + 9/13 converted to a decimal is 0.91453.
What is 2/9 plus 9/13 as a percentage?
2/9 + 9/13 expressed as a percentage is 91.453%.
Does 2/9 plus 9/13 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.91453...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.