Elementary algebra

Clearing denominators

In mathematics, the method of clearing denominators, also called clearing fractions, is a technique for simplifying an equation equating two expressions that each are a sum of rational expressions – which includes simple fractions. (Wikipedia).

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Rationalising The Denominator | Algebra | Maths | FuseSchool

In this video we discover what rationalising the denominator is and how to do it. The denominator is the bottom part of a fraction. Rationalising the denominator is when we move a root from the bottom - the denominator - to the top (the numerator). For a surd to be in it’s simplest form, t

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How to subtract fractions with unlike denominators and negative answers

πŸ‘‰ Learn how to add and subtract fractions whose denominators are not the same. Recall that when we want to add or subtract fractions having the same denominator, we add the numerators and retain the (common) denominator. This is different when the fractions have different denominators. Whe

From playlist Add and Subtract Fraction w/o common denominators | Compilation

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Subtracting Fractions - help me with math

πŸ‘‰ Learn how to add and subtract fractions whose denominators are not the same. Recall that when we want to add or subtract fractions having the same denominator, we add the numerators and retain the (common) denominator. This is different when the fractions have different denominators. Whe

From playlist Add and Subtract Fraction w/o common denominators | Compilation

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Adding fractions with like denominators with improper answers

πŸ‘‰ Learn how to add or subtract fractions with common denominators. When adding or subtracting two or more fractions with common denominators, we add or subtract only the numerator while we keep the denominator the same. We will then simplify our answer by reducing the fraction if necessar

From playlist Add and Subtract Fractions with Like Denominators

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Fraction misconception adding the numerator and the denominator

πŸ‘‰ Learn how to add or subtract fractions with common denominators. When adding or subtracting two or more fractions with common denominators, we add or subtract only the numerator while we keep the denominator the same. We will then simplify our answer by reducing the fraction if necessar

From playlist Add and Subtract Fractions with Like Denominators

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How to subtract fractions with like denominators and proper answers

πŸ‘‰ Learn how to add or subtract fractions with common denominators. When adding or subtracting two or more fractions with common denominators, we add or subtract only the numerator while we keep the denominator the same. We will then simplify our answer by reducing the fraction if necessar

From playlist Add and Subtract Fractions with Like Denominators

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Why do we rationalize the denominator?

Our math teachers always tell us to "rationalize the denominator", but most of the time they don't tell us why. I'll leave it up to you to decide whether or not you think the reasons for rationalizing are good ones, but here are some of the reasons why we do it. 0:13 What we mean when we

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Rationalizing the denominator with two radicals in the denominator

πŸ‘‰ Learn how to divide rational expressions having square root binomials. To divide a rational expression having a binomial denominator with a square root radical in one of the terms of the denominator, we multiply both the numerator and the denominator by the conjugate of the denominator a

From playlist Rationalize the denominator with radical binomials

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Rationalizing the denominator

πŸ‘‰ Lean how to divide rational expressions with a radical in the denominator. To divide rational expressions with a radical in the denominator, we rationalize the denominator by multiplying both the numerator and denominator by the denominator. If the denominator is a binomial then we will

From playlist How to Divide Radical Expressions

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Ex 5: Solving a Two Step Equation with Fractions - Clearing the Fractions

This video solves a two step equation with fractions and a mixed number by clearing the fractions from the equation and then solving for x. Site: http://mathispower4u.com Blog: http://mathispower4u.wordpress.com

From playlist Solving Two-Step Equations

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Ex 3: Solving a Two Step Equation with Fractions - Clearing the Fractions

This video solves a two step equation with fractions by clearing the fractions from the equation and then solving for x. Site: http://mathispower4u.com Blog: http://mathispower4u.wordpress.com

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Ex 4: Solving a Two Step Equation with Fractions - Clearing the Fractions

This video solves a two step equation with fractions by clearing the fractions from the equation and then solving for x. Site: http://mathispower4u.com Blog: http://mathispower4u.wordpress.com

From playlist Solving Two-Step Equations

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BCA5.4. Solving Rational Equations

Basic College Algebra: We define rational equations and consider how to find solutions. The main step is to convert the equation to a polynomial equation, and then the zero-product rules applies. Using this approach, one must check for solutions that fail in the original equation.

From playlist Basic College Algebra

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Multiple-tally Denominator Review / HowTo

The Multiple-Tally Denominator, the 1x2 model and the 1x5 model, probably made around the 1980s or 1990s. They count. This is episode 69 of my video series about old calculating devices. Extreme thanks to the viewer who sent me the 1x2, a $132 value! Jaap Scherphuis's denominator video

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Partial Fraction Decomposition All Types

Learn about the different types of partial fraction decomposition in this free math video tutorial by Mario's Math Tutoring. We discuss linear factors, repeated linear factors, quadratic factors, repeated quadratic factors as well as improper fractions. 0:23 Linear Factors Example 1 4:14

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Solving Linear Equations With Fractions Tips & Techniques (3 Examples)

In this video we go through 3 examples showing different techniques for solving linear equations involving fractions. We discuss the distributive property, how to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions. We also discuss how to clear the denominators using the lowest common denominat

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Rational Equations (How to Solve)

Learn how to solve rational equations in this free math video tutorial by Mario's Math Tutoring. We discuss how to clear the denominators by multiplying through by the common denominator. We also discuss extraneous solutions and how to check for them. 0:16 What is a Rational Equation 0:

From playlist Algebra 2

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Ex 1: Solving a Two Step Equation with Fractions - Clearing the Fractions

This video solves a two step equation with fractions by clearing the fractions from the equation and then solving for x. Site: http://mathispower4u.com Blog: http://mathispower4u.wordpress.com

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Adding fractions with like denominators - math homework answers

πŸ‘‰ Learn how to add or subtract fractions with common denominators. When adding or subtracting two or more fractions with common denominators, we add or subtract only the numerator while we keep the denominator the same. We will then simplify our answer by reducing the fraction if necessar

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Simplifying Complex Fractions (2 Methods)

Learn how to simplify complex fractions in this video using 2 different methods. We discuss how to combine the numerator into one fraction then the denominator into one fraction then multiply by the reciprocal. The second method we multiply both the numerator and the denominator by the c

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