Least Common Denominator

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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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 they have in common.

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What is the least common denominator of 1/9 and 2/3?

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9

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Which of these numbers could NOT be a common denominator for 2/4 and 3/8? 32, 12, 8, 24

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12

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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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Complete the equivalent fraction: 1/3 = ?/15

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5

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Which of these numbers could NOT be a common denominator for 1/6 and 5/18? 6, 18, 36, 108

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6

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Find the least common denominator of 3/4 and 3/8.

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8

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What is a denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction is a way to represent a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).