Homeschool Math: Finding the (Least) Common Denominator

Do not use the easiest but the first. The video shows a method to find a common denominator by finding the least common denominator to add fractions. By listing the multiples of the denominators, learners easily identify the least common...

Prepare your classes for future work by reinforcing multiples and finding least common multiples. Learners see how to identify the least common multiple of a set of numbers. The instructor shows examples including a set of two and a set...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this learning module, students must find the least common denominator for the fractions they are presented with. Includes video demonstrating a sample problem...

Put fractions with different original denominators in order using the least common denominator. Once she has shown how to find the least common denominator, an instructor constructs equivalent fractions that are more easily compared to...

Two students have a conversation about the least common multiple (LCM) and greatest common factor (GCF). They briefly describe and give examples of how to find both the LCM and GCF. Note: The dialogue may be difficult to understand,...

Fifth and sixth graders solve 12 math problems by finding the least common multiple or least common denominator. They type the answer into the text box.

Help your class take on the least common denominator by providing them with this informational video. The video gives a definition of the least common denominator and includes an example using two algebraic fractions. This is definitely...

Finding a common denominator is as easy as multiplying all the denominators together. But often, the resulting number is quite large and that's not fun. So try to find the least common denominator. How? Factoring! Check out this video...

You've got three fractions to add together. Wait! They have unlike denominators. So the first thing you have to do is find the least common denominator. Now multiply the terms so they all have the same denominator. Don't forget to...

Use this site to find the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of any set of numbers. Simply type in your numbers, and the site will provide the answer complete with a full explanation.