Express
Evaluate the lowest common denominator and its equivalent fraction.
Answer to Problem 1A
The equivalent fractions are
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Fractions are
Concept used:
Lowest common denominator is the smallest number which divides all the denominators of the fractions with zero remainder. Divide the lowest common number by denominator and then obtained value is multiplied with each fraction on numerator and denominator.
Calculation:
Prime factorizations of the denominators are given as follows:
The lowest common denominator is given as follows:
Divide
Multiply
Divide
Multiply
Divide
Multiply
Divide
Multiply
Thus, the equivalent fractions are
Conclusion:
The equivalent fractions are
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