Clearing Fractions in Equations
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Learning Objective
I can solve linear equations with fractional coefficients by eliminating the denominators.
Lesson Flow
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Solve Linear Equation with Fractions Two Ways y/5+y/2=3/4
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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To solve the equation y/5 + y/2 = 3/4, the first step is to find a common denominator to combine the y terms on the left side of the equation.
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Clearing fractions from the equation y/5 + y/2 = 3/4 involves multiplying both sides of the equation by the least common denominator, which in this case is 20.
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After simplifying and isolating y, the solution to the equation y/5 + y/2 = 3/4 is y = 15/14.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Solve for x by first clearing the fractions: x/3 + x/6 = 5/2. Show all steps.”
Teacher Guide
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