How do you Simplify Complex Fractions

The video tutorial explains how to simplify complex fractions by focusing on the fraction part. It provides two methods: using the reciprocal to eliminate the denominator and using the least common denominator (LCD) to simplify both the numerator and denominator. The tutorial includes examples to illustrate each method and emphasizes the importance of combining fractions to form a single fraction in both the numerator and denominator before applying these techniques.

What is the first step in simplifying a complex fraction by eliminating the denominator?

• Add the numerator and denominator

• Multiply by the reciprocal of the denominator

• Subtract the numerator from the denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

When using the least common denominator (LCD) method, what do you multiply the numerator and denominator by?

• The least common denominator

• The product of the numerators

• The reciprocal of the numerator

• The sum of the denominators

What is the least common denominator (LCD) of two denominators B and D?

• B / D

• B * D

• D - B

• B + D

Why is it important to have a single fraction in both the numerator and the denominator before simplifying?

• To make the fraction more complex

• To apply the simplification techniques effectively

• To avoid using the reciprocal

• To increase the number of terms

Which method involves multiplying by the reciprocal to simplify a complex fraction?

• Dividing by the numerator

• Adding fractions

• Using the least common denominator

• Multiplying by the reciprocal