Simplifying Fractions and Common Denominators
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Amelia Wright
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Mathematics
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
04:51
10 questions
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1.
Multiple Choice
Why is it important that x does not equal 2y in this problem?
To avoid division by zero
To ensure the fractions are equal
To make the numerators identical
To simplify the expressions
2.
Multiple Choice
What is the first step in rewriting the fractions?
Subtract y from the numerator
Add 2 to the denominator
Multiply the numerator by 2
Change the order of terms in the numerator
3.
Multiple Choice
How do you achieve a common denominator for the fractions?
Multiply the denominator by negative one
Divide the numerator by two
Subtract the denominators
Add the numerators together
4.
Multiple Choice
What is the result of adding the numerators after finding a common denominator?
Negative 2x plus 4y
Negative x plus 2y
Zero
Positive x minus 2y
5.
Multiple Choice
What common factor is used to simplify the expression?
x minus y
x plus 2y
x minus 2y
x plus y
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