Solving Equations Involving Fractions

Dr. Nelson's video tutorial covers solving equations with fractions. It begins with a review of multiplying fractions, emphasizing the simplicity of multiplying numerators and denominators. The tutorial then explains adding fractions, focusing on finding common denominators. The main section involves solving equations with fractions, using the distributive property and other techniques. The video concludes with practice problems, encouraging viewers to apply learned concepts and check their solutions.

What is the product of 1/4 and 3/5?

• 1/5

• 3/20

• 1/20

• 3/4

How do you simplify the fraction 2/4?

• 1/2

• 1/4

• 2/8

• 2/3

What is the least common multiple of 4 and 3?

• 6

• 12

• 9

• 15

How do you add 1/4 and 2/3?

• 11/12

• 3/12

• 5/7

• 7/12

What is the result of 1/2 times 4n?

• 8n

• n

• 4n

• 2n

How do you solve 1/2 times 4n + 6 = 25?

• n = 13

• n = 12

• n = 11

• n = 10

What is the first step in solving a fraction problem with a denominator?

• Divide by the denominator

• Subtract the numerator

• Multiply by the denominator

• Add the numerator

How do you solve 3n - 15 = -12?

• n = 3

• n = 2

• n = 1

• n = 4

What is the result of 1/3 times 12n?

• 4n

• 3n

• 6n

• 2n

How do you simplify 1/3n = 9/10?

• n = 10/27

• n = 27/10

• n = 9/10

• n = 3/10