Math Problem Statement
What is the LCD of 4/7, 4/14, and 5/21?
Solution
To find the Least Common Denominator (LCD) of the fractions , we need to determine the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of the denominators: 7, 14, and 21.
Step-by-step process:
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Prime factorization of the denominators:
- 7:
- 14:
- 21:
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Find the LCM:
- Take the highest power of each prime factor that appears in any of the factorizations.
- For 2, the highest power is (from 14).
- For 3, the highest power is (from 21).
- For 7, the highest power is (common in all factorizations).
- Multiply these together: .
- Take the highest power of each prime factor that appears in any of the factorizations.
Thus, the Least Common Denominator (LCD) is 42.
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Here are some related questions:
- How do you convert the given fractions to have a denominator of 42?
- What is the LCM of two numbers, such as 14 and 21?
- How do you simplify fractions?
- What is the difference between LCM and GCD?
- How can you add fractions with different denominators?
Tip: When finding the LCM, always use the highest powers of each prime number.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Fractions
Least Common Denominator (LCD)
Prime Factorization
Least Common Multiple (LCM)
Formulas
LCD = LCM of the denominators
Prime factorization: any number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers
LCM = Product of the highest powers of each prime factor
Theorems
Least Common Multiple (LCM) theorem
Prime factorization theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7
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