Choose the set of equivalent fractions that correctly uses the LCD for these fractions: 2/9 and 5/12

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1 answer:

Svetradugi [14.3K]3 years ago

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Step-by-step explanation:

the lowest common denominator (LCD) is the lowest common multiple (LCM) of the denominator numbers (the ones at the bottom of the fractions).

finding the LCM of 9 and 12 using the prime factor method :

9 = 3×3

12 = 2×2×3

the LCM is the combination of the longest chains per prime factor. which means we have 2×2 and 3×3 as longest chains for 2 and 3.

LCD = LCM = 2×2×3×3 = 36

2/9 turns into x/36 by multiplying by 4/4 :

2/9 × 4/4 = 8/36

5/12 turns into x/36 by multiplying by 3/3 :

5/12 × 3/3 = 15/36

so, the third answer option is correct.

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