Least Common Multiples and Least Common Denominator

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple (LCM) of two or more numbers is the smallest number that is a multiple of each of the numbers.

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What is a denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom part of a fraction that shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD) of 1/3 and 3/5?

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Find the LCM of the denominators 3 and 5, which is 15. So, the LCD is 15.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator are different.

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How can you create an equivalent fraction for 1/2 with a denominator of 4?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator of 1/2 by 2 to get 2/4.

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Can you add fractions with different denominators?

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No, you cannot add fractions with different denominators without first finding a common denominator.

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What is an example of a common denominator for 1/6 and 5/18?

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Common denominators include 18, 36, and 108.

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Which number could NOT be a common denominator for 1/6 and 5/18?

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6 could NOT be a common denominator because it is not a multiple of 18.

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What is the first step to find the least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers?

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List the multiples of each number and find the smallest multiple that appears in both lists.