Solving a proportion using distributive property

The video tutorial encourages students to confidently submit their work and addresses common issues with cross multiplication, especially when dealing with binomials in fractions. It explains the cross multiplication technique, highlights common mistakes, and demonstrates the use of the distributive property. The tutorial concludes with solving two-step equations to find variable values.

What is the first step in solving a problem with a binomial in the denominator using cross multiplication?

• Divide the numerators by the denominators

• Subtract the denominators

• Multiply each fraction by the other fraction's denominator

• Add the numerators together

When using cross multiplication, why is it important to use parentheses around expressions?

• To divide the terms inside the parentheses

• To ensure each term is multiplied correctly

• To subtract the terms inside the parentheses

• To add the terms inside the parentheses

What is the result of multiplying 12 by 2 in the cross multiplication example?

• 18

• 14

• 24

• 36

In the equation 24 = 3Y + 18, what is the next step to solve for Y?

• Subtract 18 from both sides

• Add 18 to both sides

• Multiply both sides by 3

• Divide both sides by 3

What is the final value of Y in the equation 6 = 3Y?

• Y = 4

• Y = 1

• Y = 2

• Y = 3