What is 5/22 plus 2/7?
5/22 plus 2/7 equals 79/154 (or 0.512987 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 5/22 and 2/7 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
5/22 + 2/7 = 79/154
Simplified Fraction
79/154
Mixed Number
Proper (79/154)
Decimal Value
0.512987
Percentage
51.2987%
Step-by-Step Solution: 5/22 + 2/7
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 22 and 7 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 22 × 7 = 154.
LCD(22, 7) = 154
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 154
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 5/22 by 7, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/7 by 22 so both fractions share the common base 154.
5 × 7/22 × 7 = 35/154 and 2 × 22/7 × 22 = 44/154
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (35 + 44 = 79) and keep the common denominator 154 unchanged.
35 + 44/154 = 79/154
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 79 and 154 is 1, confirming that 79/154 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
79/154
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 79 by denominator 154 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.512987, or 51.2987%).
79 ÷ 154 = 0.512987 (51.2987%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 5/22 plus 2/7 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 79/154 |
| Mixed Number Form | 79/154 |
| Decimal Form | 0.512987 |
| Percentage | 51.2987% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5/22 plus 2/7 as a fraction?
5/22 + 2/7 in simplest fraction form is 79/154.
What is 5/22 plus 2/7 as a decimal?
5/22 + 2/7 converted to a decimal is 0.512987.
What is 5/22 plus 2/7 as a percentage?
5/22 + 2/7 expressed as a percentage is 51.2987%.
Does 5/22 plus 2/7 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.512987...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.