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 47,414,521\frac{4}{7}, \frac{4}{14}, \frac{5}{21}, we need to determine the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of the denominators: 7, 14, and 21.

Step-by-step process:

  1. Prime factorization of the denominators:

    • 7: 7=77 = 7
    • 14: 14=2×714 = 2 \times 7
    • 21: 21=3×721 = 3 \times 7
  2. Find the LCM:

    • Take the highest power of each prime factor that appears in any of the factorizations.
      • For 2, the highest power is 212^1 (from 14).
      • For 3, the highest power is 313^1 (from 21).
      • For 7, the highest power is 717^1 (common in all factorizations).
    • Multiply these together: 21×31×71=422^1 \times 3^1 \times 7^1 = 42.

Thus, the Least Common Denominator (LCD) is 42.

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Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you convert the given fractions to have a denominator of 42?
  2. What is the LCM of two numbers, such as 14 and 21?
  3. How do you simplify fractions?
  4. What is the difference between LCM and GCD?
  5. 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