What is 5/14 plus 4/9?
5/14 plus 4/9 equals 101/126 (or 0.801587 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 5/14 and 4/9 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
5/14 + 4/9 = 101/126
Simplified Fraction
101/126
Mixed Number
Proper (101/126)
Decimal Value
0.801587
Percentage
80.1587%
Step-by-Step Solution: 5/14 + 4/9
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 14 and 9 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 14 × 9 = 126.
LCD(14, 9) = 126
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 126
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 5/14 by 9, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 4/9 by 14 so both fractions share the common base 126.
5 × 9/14 × 9 = 45/126 and 4 × 14/9 × 14 = 56/126
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (45 + 56 = 101) and keep the common denominator 126 unchanged.
45 + 56/126 = 101/126
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 101 and 126 is 1, confirming that 101/126 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
101/126
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 101 by denominator 126 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.801587, or 80.1587%).
101 ÷ 126 = 0.801587 (80.1587%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 5/14 plus 4/9 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 101/126 |
| Mixed Number Form | 101/126 |
| Decimal Form | 0.801587 |
| Percentage | 80.1587% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5/14 plus 4/9 as a fraction?
5/14 + 4/9 in simplest fraction form is 101/126.
What is 5/14 plus 4/9 as a decimal?
5/14 + 4/9 converted to a decimal is 0.801587.
What is 5/14 plus 4/9 as a percentage?
5/14 + 4/9 expressed as a percentage is 80.1587%.
Does 5/14 plus 4/9 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.801587...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.