Chapter 3, Problem 1A

Determine the least common denominator of $\frac{2}{3},\frac{5}{8},$ and $\frac{11}{12}$ .

To determine

The least common denominator.

Answer to Problem 1A

The least common denominator is, 24

Explanation of Solution

Given:

Some digits are given in the problem:

  $\frac{2}{3},\frac{5}{8}and\frac{11}{12}$

Calculation:

Now we calculate the least common multiple (LCM) for given denominators (3,8 and 12)

The least common multiple (LCM) for given denominators (3,8 and 12)is 24

Hence, the least common denominator is, 24