Common Denominators and Equivalent Fractions

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that can be used as a denominator for two or more fractions, allowing them to be compared or added together.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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Find the least common denominator of 1/4 and 1/3.

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12

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What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts that make up a whole.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different.

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Find the equivalent fractions of 3/5.

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6/10, 9/15, 12/20, etc.

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Find the equivalent fractions of 5/7.

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10/14, 15/21, 20/28, etc.

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What is the least common denominator of 1/4 and 2/5?

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20

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What is the least common denominator of 2/6 and 7/8?

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24

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How do you find the least common denominator of two fractions?

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To find the least common denominator, list the multiples of each denominator and find the smallest multiple that appears in both lists.