What is 6/23 plus 7/13?
6/23 plus 7/13 equals 239/299 (or 0.799331 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 6/23 and 7/13 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
6/23 + 7/13 = 239/299
Simplified Fraction
239/299
Mixed Number
Proper (239/299)
Decimal Value
0.799331
Percentage
79.9331%
Step-by-Step Solution: 6/23 + 7/13
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 23 and 13 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 23 × 13 = 299.
LCD(23, 13) = 299
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 299
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 6/23 by 13, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 7/13 by 23 so both fractions share the common base 299.
6 × 13/23 × 13 = 78/299 and 7 × 23/13 × 23 = 161/299
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (78 + 161 = 239) and keep the common denominator 299 unchanged.
78 + 161/299 = 239/299
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 239 and 299 is 1, confirming that 239/299 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
239/299
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 239 by denominator 299 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.799331, or 79.9331%).
239 ÷ 299 = 0.799331 (79.9331%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 6/23 plus 7/13 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 239/299 |
| Mixed Number Form | 239/299 |
| Decimal Form | 0.799331 |
| Percentage | 79.9331% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 6/23 plus 7/13 as a fraction?
6/23 + 7/13 in simplest fraction form is 239/299.
What is 6/23 plus 7/13 as a decimal?
6/23 + 7/13 converted to a decimal is 0.799331.
What is 6/23 plus 7/13 as a percentage?
6/23 + 7/13 expressed as a percentage is 79.9331%.
Does 6/23 plus 7/13 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.799331...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.