What is 7/23 plus 2/3?
7/23 plus 2/3 equals 67/69 (or 0.971014 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 7/23 and 2/3 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
7/23 + 2/3 = 67/69
Simplified Fraction
67/69
Mixed Number
Proper (67/69)
Decimal Value
0.971014
Percentage
97.1014%
Step-by-Step Solution: 7/23 + 2/3
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
The denominators 23 and 3 are coprime (they share no common factors other than 1). Therefore, their Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply their direct product: 23 × 3 = 69.
LCD(23, 3) = 69
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 69
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 7/23 by 3, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/3 by 23 so both fractions share the common base 69.
7 × 3/23 × 3 = 21/69 and 2 × 23/3 × 23 = 46/69
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (21 + 46 = 67) and keep the common denominator 69 unchanged.
21 + 46/69 = 67/69
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 67 and 69 is 1, confirming that 67/69 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
67/69
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 67 by denominator 69 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.971014, or 97.1014%).
67 ÷ 69 = 0.971014 (97.1014%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 7/23 plus 2/3 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 67/69 |
| Mixed Number Form | 67/69 |
| Decimal Form | 0.971014 |
| Percentage | 97.1014% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 7/23 plus 2/3 as a fraction?
7/23 + 2/3 in simplest fraction form is 67/69.
What is 7/23 plus 2/3 as a decimal?
7/23 + 2/3 converted to a decimal is 0.971014.
What is 7/23 plus 2/3 as a percentage?
7/23 + 2/3 expressed as a percentage is 97.1014%.
Does 7/23 plus 2/3 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.971014...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.