SOLUTION: Actually this involves fractions with variables I am trying to remember how to clear the fractions so I can then solve the equation. emphasis is on how to clear this type. Thanks

Question 635704: Actually this involves fractions with variables I am trying to remember how to clear the fractions so I can then solve the equation. emphasis is on how to clear this type. Thanks
m/2+m/4=5/6
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I am trying to remember how to clear the fractions so I can then solve the equation. emphasis is on how to clear this type. Thanks
m/2+m/4=5/6
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To clear denominators in an equation
multiply thru the equation by the
least common multiple of the denominators.
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Your Problem:
The lcm is 12.
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Multiplying thru by 12 you get:
6m + 3m = 10
9m = 10
m = 10/9
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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