What is 3/13 plus 2/7?
3/13 plus 2/7 equals 47/91 (or 0.516484 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 3/13 and 2/7 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
3/13 + 2/7 = 47/91
Simplified Fraction
47/91
Mixed Number
Proper (47/91)
Decimal Value
0.516484
Percentage
51.6484%
Step-by-Step Solution: 3/13 + 2/7
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 13 and 7 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 13 × 7 = 91.
LCD(13, 7) = 91
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 91
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 3/13 by 7, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/7 by 13 so both fractions share the common base 91.
3 × 7/13 × 7 = 21/91 and 2 × 13/7 × 13 = 26/91
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (21 + 26 = 47) and keep the common denominator 91 unchanged.
21 + 26/91 = 47/91
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 47 and 91 is 1, confirming that 47/91 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
47/91
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 47 by denominator 91 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.516484, or 51.6484%).
47 ÷ 91 = 0.516484 (51.6484%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 3/13 plus 2/7 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 47/91 |
| Mixed Number Form | 47/91 |
| Decimal Form | 0.516484 |
| Percentage | 51.6484% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 3/13 plus 2/7 as a fraction?
3/13 + 2/7 in simplest fraction form is 47/91.
What is 3/13 plus 2/7 as a decimal?
3/13 + 2/7 converted to a decimal is 0.516484.
What is 3/13 plus 2/7 as a percentage?
3/13 + 2/7 expressed as a percentage is 51.6484%.
Does 3/13 plus 2/7 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.516484...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.