What is 7/22 plus 3/8?
7/22 plus 3/8 equals 61/88 (or 0.693182 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 7/22 and 3/8 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
7/22 + 3/8 = 61/88
Simplified Fraction
61/88
Mixed Number
Proper (61/88)
Decimal Value
0.693182
Percentage
69.3182%
Step-by-Step Solution: 7/22 + 3/8
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 22 and 8 share a common factor (GCD = 2). Finding their Least Common Multiple gives an LCD of 88 (which is smaller than their product 22 × 8 = 176, keeping the calculation simpler).
LCD(22, 8) = 88
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 88
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 7/22 by 4, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 3/8 by 11 so both fractions share the common base 88.
7 × 4/22 × 4 = 28/88 and 3 × 11/8 × 11 = 33/88
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (28 + 33 = 61) and keep the common denominator 88 unchanged.
28 + 33/88 = 61/88
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 61 and 88 is 1, confirming that 61/88 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
61/88
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 61 by denominator 88 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.693182, or 69.3182%).
61 ÷ 88 = 0.693182 (69.3182%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 7/22 plus 3/8 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 61/88 |
| Mixed Number Form | 61/88 |
| Decimal Form | 0.693182 |
| Percentage | 69.3182% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 7/22 plus 3/8 as a fraction?
7/22 + 3/8 in simplest fraction form is 61/88.
What is 7/22 plus 3/8 as a decimal?
7/22 + 3/8 converted to a decimal is 0.693182.
What is 7/22 plus 3/8 as a percentage?
7/22 + 3/8 expressed as a percentage is 69.3182%.
Does 7/22 plus 3/8 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.693182...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.