What is 9/30 plus 2/3?
9/30 plus 2/3 equals 29/30 (or 0.966667 in decimal form). Learn the step-by-step solution to add 9/30 and 2/3 using Least Common Denominator and simplification.
Exact Answer
9/30 + 2/3 = 29/30
Simplified Fraction
29/30
Mixed Number
Proper (29/30)
Decimal Value
0.966667
Percentage
96.6667%
Step-by-Step Solution: 9/30 + 2/3
Step 1
Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)
Notice that 30 is an exact multiple of 3 (3 × 10 = 30). The Least Common Denominator (LCD) is simply 30, meaning we only need to scale one fraction.
LCD(30, 3) = 30
Step 2
Convert to Equivalent Fractions with Common Denominator 30
Multiply the numerator and denominator of 9/30 by 1, and multiply the numerator and denominator of 2/3 by 10 so both fractions share the common base 30.
9 × 1/30 × 1 = 9/30 and 2 × 10/3 × 10 = 20/30
Step 3
Add the Numerators
Now add the numerators (9 + 20 = 29) and keep the common denominator 30 unchanged.
9 + 20/30 = 29/30
Step 4
Check if the Fraction Can Be Simplified
The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 29 and 30 is 1, confirming that 29/30 cannot be reduced further—it is already in its simplest irreducible form.
29/30
Step 5
Decimal & Percentage Representation
Dividing the numerator 29 by denominator 30 produces a repeating decimal (approximately 0.966667, or 96.6667%).
29 ÷ 30 = 0.966667 (96.6667%)
Visual Representation
The diagram below illustrates 9/30 plus 2/3 visually:
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Summary & Alternative Representations
| Property / Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Lowest Terms Fraction | 29/30 |
| Mixed Number Form | 29/30 |
| Decimal Form | 0.966667 |
| Percentage | 96.6667% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 9/30 plus 2/3 as a fraction?
9/30 + 2/3 in simplest fraction form is 29/30.
What is 9/30 plus 2/3 as a decimal?
9/30 + 2/3 converted to a decimal is 0.966667.
What is 9/30 plus 2/3 as a percentage?
9/30 + 2/3 expressed as a percentage is 96.6667%.
Does 9/30 plus 2/3 result in a terminating or repeating decimal?
It results in a repeating decimal (approximately 0.966667...) because the denominator contains prime factors other than 2 and 5.