Solving Two-Step Equations with Fractions

This video tutorial demonstrates how to solve a two-step equation with fractions by first clearing the fractions. It covers converting mixed numbers to improper fractions, finding the least common denominator, and clearing fractions by multiplying by the common denominator. The tutorial also shows how to solve the equation by isolating the variable and verifying the solution.

What is the first step in solving a two-step equation with fractions?

• Clear the fractions

• Add fractions

• Multiply fractions

• Divide fractions

How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

• Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator

• Add the whole number to the numerator

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the numerator from the whole number

What is the least common denominator of 5, 2, and 3?

• 10

• 30

• 15

• 20

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

Why do we multiply each fraction by the least common denominator?

• To divide the fractions

• To subtract the fractions

• To add the fractions

• To clear the fractions

What is an alternative method to clear fractions in an equation?

• Recognize the least common denominator directly

• Add all fractions together

• Subtract the smallest fraction

• Multiply by the largest fraction

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.5

What is the result of multiplying 13 by 6 in the context of the equation?

• 78

• 65

• 72

• 80

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

What is the next step after clearing fractions in a two-step equation?

• Isolate the variable term

• Multiply fractions

• Divide fractions

• Add fractions

How do you convert the solution to a mixed number?

• Subtract the numerator from the denominator

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Add the numerator to the denominator

What is the mixed number form of 63/20?

• -3 and 3/20

• -3 and 4/20

• -3 and 1/20

• -3 and 2/20

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

What is the final solution for x in the equation?

• 62/20

• 60/20

• 63/20

• 65/20

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A