51/280 added to 26/4 in Fraction Form

The result of 51/280 added to 26/4 is: 6 191/280

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Understand the Problem

We need to add the fractions \(\frac51280\) and \(\frac264\).

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM)

To add fractions, we need a common denominator. The LCM of 280 and 4 is 280.

Step 3: Convert Fractions to Equivalent Fractions

Convert \(\frac51280\) to \(\frac{51}280\)
Convert \(\frac264\) to \(\frac{1820}280\)

Step 4: Add the Numerators

Add the numerators: 51 + 1820 = 1871

Step 5: Convert to Mixed Number

The fraction \(\frac1871280\) can be written as the mixed number \(6\frac191280\).

Final Answer

The result of 51/280 added to 26/4 is:

\[ \frac{51}{280} + \frac{26}{4} = 6\frac191280 \]

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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