Solving Equations with Fractions

This video tutorial from MooMooMath and Science covers solving two-step equations involving fractions. It begins with isolating the variable by moving terms across the equation and using opposite operations. The tutorial demonstrates how to handle fractions by multiplying with reciprocals instead of dividing. It also covers distributing terms and simplifying fractions to find the solution. The video provides step-by-step examples to help viewers understand the process of solving equations with fractions.

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

• Isolate the variable

• Multiply all terms by the same number

• Convert fractions to decimals

• Add fractions to both sides

How do you eliminate a fraction when solving for a variable?

• Multiply by the reciprocal of the fraction

• Subtract the fraction from both sides

• Multiply by the fraction

• Add the fraction to both sides

What operation is used to isolate the variable in a multiplication equation with fractions?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Division

• Multiplication by the reciprocal

When distributing a number across terms in an equation, what should you remember?

• Multiply each term separately

• Divide each term by the number

• Add the number to each term

• Multiply only the first term

What is the result of distributing 8 over 1 to the fraction 6/7?

• 48/7

• 8/7

• 6/8

• 48/1

How do you solve an equation with division by a fraction?

• Add the fraction to both sides

• Divide by the reciprocal of the fraction

• Multiply by the reciprocal of the fraction

• Subtract the fraction from both sides

What is the simplified form of 52/56?

• 52/28

• 26/14

• 26/28

• 13/14

What is the common denominator when subtracting 4 from 2/3?

• 4

• 12

• 3

• 1

What is the mixed fraction form of -10/3?

• -3 1/3

• -3 2/3

• -4 1/3

• -4 2/3

What is the result of multiplying 2/3 by 3/1?

• 1

• 6/3

• 2

• 2/1