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How Do You Solve a Rational Equation by LCD Multiplication?

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Use the least common denominator to solve rational equations with variables in the denominators of algebraic fractions. Learners can watch this video to find out how to do just this! An instructor solves 2 problems by finding the least common denominator and simplifying. The teacher explains each step in depth and checks her answers at the end of the video. A great resource for in-class or at-home use.

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algebraic fractions, rational expressions, check answers, common denominators, fractions, cross multiply, denominators, equations, fractions unlike denominators, least common denominator, least common multiple, multiplication, numerators, proportions, rational equations, simplifying, variables

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common denominators, equation, fraction, least common denominator, multiply, proportion, reduce, variable, cross multiply, denominator, excluded values, numerator, rational equation, simplify, solve, unlike denominators, algebraic fraction, check answer, math
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6th - 12th
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Math
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