Thinking Mathematically (6th Edition)

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Chapter 6 - Algebra: Equations and Inequalities - 6.2 Linear Equations in One Variable and Proportions - Concept and Vocabulary Check - Page 361: 7

Answer

least common denominator, 12

Work Step by Step

$\frac{x}{4}$ = 2 +$\frac{x}{3}$ The denominators are 4 and 3. The smallest number that is divisible by 4 and 3 is 12. multiply both sides of the equation by 12, the least common denominator.
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