Solving Equations: Clearing Fractions

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To have a common denominator means two or more fractions have the same number on the ___________ of the fraction line.

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Solve for x: 10.5x - 1.9 = 19.1

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x = 2

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Solve this equation by clearing the fraction: 3/4x = 12

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x = 16

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Solve for c by clearing the fractions: 1/2c + 1/3 = 1

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c = 2

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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 a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator and a denominator.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction that represents how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that represents the total number of equal parts.

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How do you clear fractions in an equation?

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Multiply both sides of the equation by the least common denominator (LCD) of all fractions.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple is the smallest multiple that is exactly divisible by two or more numbers.