Question

Find the common denominator and equivalent fractions for this equation. 4/5+1/3

Answer 1

Answer: 15,
`(17)/(15)`

Explanation:

The common denominator can be determined by taking LCM of 5 and 3

`\Rightarrow LCM(5,3)=15`

Now add the two fraction

`\Rightarrow (4)/(5)+(1)/(3)\\\\\Rightarrow (4*3+1* 5)/(15)=(12+5)/(15)\\\Rightarrow (17)/(15)`

Equivalent fraction is
`(17)/(15)`