Math /7.4 – Rational Expressions: LCD, Adding, and Subtracting 1

The least common denominator (LCD) is the simplest expression that is divisible by all given denominators. To find it, write the prime factorization of each denominator, and take the most number of each factor you see. 2 LCD

The least common denominator (LCD) is the simplest expression that is divisible by all given denominators. To find it, write the prime factorization of each denominator, and take the most number of each factor you see. 3 LCD

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