Solving Equations Involving Fractions

Solving Equations Involving Fractions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video tutorial explains how to solve an equation for n by first clearing fractions and denominators. It begins by multiplying both sides by n to eliminate the fraction, then clears the denominator by multiplying by n-2. Finally, it solves for n by simplifying the equation, resulting in n equals four.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of multiplying both sides of the equation by n/n?

To change the equation's variables

To eliminate the fraction on the left side

To simplify the right side of the equation

To add a new term to the equation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important that n does not equal zero when multiplying by n/n?

Because it would add a new variable

Because it would change the equation's solution

Because it would simplify the equation

Because it would make the equation undefined

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is achieved by multiplying both sides of the equation by n minus two?

It changes the equation's solution

It clears the denominator of n minus two

It adds a new term to the equation

It simplifies the right side of the equation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the result of subtracting two n from both sides of the equation?

The equation becomes more complex

A new variable is introduced

The equation is simplified to negative n equals negative four

The equation becomes undefined

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final value of n after solving the equation?

n equals four

n equals zero

n equals negative four

n equals two