What is 5/19 plus 2/7?
5/19 plus 2/7 equals 73/133 (or 0.548872 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 5/19 and 2/7 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
5/19 + 2/7 = 73/133
Simplified Fraction
73/133
Mixed Number
Proper (73/133)
Decimal Value
0.548872
Percentage
54.8872%
Step-by-Step Solution: 5/19 + 2/7
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 19 and 7 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 19 × 7 = 133.
LCD(19, 7) = 133
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 133
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 5/19 by 7, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/7 by 19 so both fractions share the common base 133.
5 × 7/19 × 7 = 35/133 and 2 × 19/7 × 19 = 38/133
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (35 + 38 = 73) and keep the common denominator 133 unchanged.
35 + 38/133 = 73/133
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 73 and 133 is 1, confirming that 73/133 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
73/133
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 73 by denominator 133 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.548872, or 54.8872%).
73 ÷ 133 = 0.548872 (54.8872%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 5/19 plus 2/7 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 73/133 |
| Mixed Number Form | 73/133 |
| Decimal Form | 0.548872 |
| Percentage | 54.8872% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5/19 plus 2/7 as a fraction?
5/19 + 2/7 in simplest fraction form is 73/133.
What is 5/19 plus 2/7 as a decimal?
5/19 + 2/7 converted to a decimal is 0.548872.
What is 5/19 plus 2/7 as a percentage?
5/19 + 2/7 expressed as a percentage is 54.8872%.
Does 5/19 plus 2/7 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.548872...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.