find the value of 8/15+7/10 7/10+ 8/15
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Step-by-step explanation:
Find the least common denominator or LCM of the two denominators:
LCM of 15 and 10 is 30
Next, find the equivalent fraction of both fractional numbers with denominator 30
For the 1st fraction, since 15 × 2 = 30,
8
15
=
8 × 2
15 × 2
=
16
30
Likewise, for the 2nd fraction, since 10 × 3 = 30,
7
10
=
7 × 3
10 × 3
=
21
30
Add the two like fractions:
16
30
+
21
30
=
16 + 21
30
=
37
30
So, 8/15 + 7/10 = 37/30
In mixed form: 1
7
30
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