12/237 added to 53/4 in Fraction Form

The result of 12/237 added to 53/4 is: 13 95/316

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to add the fractions \(\frac12237\) and \(\frac534\).

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To add fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 237 and 4 is 948.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert \(\frac12237\) to \(\frac{48}948\)
Convert \(\frac534\) to \(\frac{12561}948\)

Step 4: Add the Numerators

Add the numerators: 48 + 12561 = 12609

Step 5: Simplify the Fraction

We can simplify \(\frac12609948\) to its lowest form.
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of 12609 and 948 is 3.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by the GCD, we get \(\frac4203316\).

Step 6: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac4203316\) can be written as the mixed number \(13\frac95316\).

Final Answer

The result of 12/237 added to 53/4 is:

\[ \frac{12}{237} + \frac{53}{4} = 13\frac95316 \]

Understanding Fraction Addition

How to Add Fractions

To add fractions, you need to ensure they have a common denominator. Then add the numerators:

\( \frac{a}{b} + \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ad + bc}{bd} \) (when denominators are different)

Or simply \( \frac{a}{b} + \frac{c}{b} = \frac{a + c}{b} \) (when denominators are the same)

Why Simplify Fractions?

Simplifying fractions makes them easier to work with and understand. A fraction is in its simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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