What is 3/58 plus 4/21?
3/58 plus 4/21 equals 295/1218 (or 0.2422 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 3/58 and 4/21 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
3/58 + 4/21 = 295/1218
Simplified Fraction
295/1218
Mixed Number
Proper (295/1218)
Decimal Value
0.2422
Percentage
24.22%
Step-by-Step Solution: 3/58 + 4/21
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 58 and 21 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 58 × 21 = 1218.
LCD(58, 21) = 1218
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 1218
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 3/58 by 21, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 4/21 by 58 so both fractions share the common base 1218.
3 × 21/58 × 21 = 63/1218 and 4 × 58/21 × 58 = 232/1218
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (63 + 232 = 295) and keep the common denominator 1218 unchanged.
63 + 232/1218 = 295/1218
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 295 and 1218 is 1, confirming that 295/1218 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
295/1218
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 295 by denominator 1218 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.2422, or 24.22%).
295 ÷ 1218 = 0.2422 (24.22%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 3/58 plus 4/21 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 295/1218 |
| Mixed Number Form | 295/1218 |
| Decimal Form | 0.2422 |
| Percentage | 24.22% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 3/58 plus 4/21 as a fraction?
3/58 + 4/21 in simplest fraction form is 295/1218.
What is 3/58 plus 4/21 as a decimal?
3/58 + 4/21 converted to a decimal is 0.2422.
What is 3/58 plus 4/21 as a percentage?
3/58 + 4/21 expressed as a percentage is 24.22%.
Does 3/58 plus 4/21 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.2422...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.