Least Common Denominator

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you find the least common denominator of two fractions?

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To find the LCD, list the multiples of each denominator and identify the smallest multiple that appears in both lists.

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What is the least common denominator of 6/8 and 4/10?

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80

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What is the least common denominator of 1/9 and 2/3?

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9

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What is the least common denominator of 2/4 and 2/9?

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36

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What is the least common denominator of 6/7 and 3/4?

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28

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What is the least common denominator of 7/9 and 1/6?

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18

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If the denominators are 4 and 6, what is the least common denominator?

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12

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What is the least common multiple (LCM) and how is it related to the least common denominator?

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The least common multiple (LCM) is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share, and it is used to find the least common denominator of fractions.

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Why is it important to find the least common denominator when adding or subtracting fractions?

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Finding the least common denominator allows you to combine fractions by ensuring they have the same denominator.