Math Problem Statement

Find the least common denominator for the following fractions: 1/3, 1/5 and 2/7, 2/3, 1/5.

Solution

The exercise asks you to find the least common denominator (mindste fællesnævner) for two sets of fractions:

  1. 13,15\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{5}
  2. 27,23,15\frac{2}{7}, \frac{2}{3}, \frac{1}{5}

Let's solve for both sets:

1. Finding the least common denominator for 13,15\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{5}

  • The denominators are 3 and 5.
  • The least common denominator (LCD) is the least common multiple (LCM) of 3 and 5.
  • Since 3 and 5 are prime numbers, their LCM is simply 3×5=153 \times 5 = 15.
  • Therefore, the LCD for 13\frac{1}{3} and 15\frac{1}{5} is 15.

2. Finding the least common denominator for 27,23,15\frac{2}{7}, \frac{2}{3}, \frac{1}{5}

  • The denominators are 7, 3, and 5.
  • We need to find the LCM of 7, 3, and 5.
  • Since all three numbers are prime, their LCM is 7×3×5=1057 \times 3 \times 5 = 105.
  • Therefore, the LCD for 27,23,15\frac{2}{7}, \frac{2}{3}, \frac{1}{5} is 105.

Final Answers:

  • The LCD for 13,15\frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{5} is 15.
  • The LCD for 27,23,15\frac{2}{7}, \frac{2}{3}, \frac{1}{5} is 105.

Would you like further details or have any questions about these steps?

Here are some additional questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you find the least common denominator for more than two fractions?
  2. Why are prime numbers important when finding the least common multiple?
  3. How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?
  4. Can you solve for the least common denominator when one denominator is not a prime number?
  5. What happens if two or more denominators share common factors?

Tip: When finding the least common denominator, always factorize the denominators first to simplify the process.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Least Common Denominator
Prime Numbers

Formulas

LCM(a, b) = Least common multiple of the denominators

Theorems

Prime factorization theorem
Multiplication of primes for LCM

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7