2/146 added to 86/3 in Fraction Form

The result of 2/146 added to 86/3 is: 28 149/219

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to add the fractions 2146 and 863.

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To add fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 146 and 3 is 438.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert 2146 to 6438
Convert 863 to 12556438

Step 4: Add the Numerators

Add the numerators: 6 + 12556 = 12562

Step 5: Simplify the Fraction

We can simplify 12562438 to its lowest form.
The greatest common divisor (GCD) of 12562 and 438 is 2.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by the GCD, we get 6281219.

Step 6: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction 6281219 can be written as the mixed number 28149219.

Final Answer

The result of 2/146 added to 86/3 is:

2146+863=28149219

Understanding Fraction Addition

How to Add Fractions

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

ab+cd=ad+bcbd (when denominators are different)

Or simply ab+cb=a+cb (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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