SOLVING EQUATIONS WITH FRACTIONS

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What is the first step to solve the equation d - 3/7 = 5/7?

Back

Add 3/7 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation x + ⅚ = ⅔?

Back

x = -⅙

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How do you find the number of sheets of plywood in a stack 9 in. high if each sheet is 3/4 in. thick?

Back

Divide 9 by 3/4, which is the same as multiplying 9 by 4/3, resulting in 12 sheets.

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What is the value of y in the equation 3y = 6/7?

Back

y = 2/7

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How do you solve the equation h - 3/8 = -11/24?

Back

Add 3/8 to both sides to find h.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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What is the process of solving an equation with fractions?

Back

Find a common denominator, eliminate fractions, and then isolate the variable.

Front

What is a common denominator?

Back

A common multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

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How do you check your solution after solving an equation?

Back

Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

Front

What is the equation to find how many sheets of plywood are in a stack 9 in. high if each sheet is 3/4 in. thick?

Back

Let x be the number of sheets: 3/4 * x = 9.