Fraction Busters Practice

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you solve for x in an equation?

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To solve for x, isolate x on one side of the equation using inverse operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What does it mean to 'bust' a fraction in an equation?

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To 'bust' a fraction means to eliminate the fraction by multiplying both sides of the equation by the denominator.

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What is the result of multiplying an entire equation by a constant?

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Multiplying an entire equation by a constant maintains the equality of the equation, but changes the values of the terms.

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How do you combine like terms in an equation?

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Combine like terms by adding or subtracting coefficients of the same variable.

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What is the first step in solving a linear equation with fractions?

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The first step is often to eliminate the fractions by multiplying through by the least common denominator.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that is common to the denominators of two or more fractions.

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How do you check your solution for x in an equation?

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Substitute the value of x back into the original equation to verify that both sides are equal.

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation contains an equal sign and shows a relationship between two expressions, while an expression does not contain an equal sign.