SSAT Upper Level Math : Lowest Common Denominator

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SSAT Upper Level Math

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Example Questions

Example Question #11 : How To Find The Lowest / Least Common Denominator

Find the least common denominator for the fractions  and .

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Correct answer:

Explanation:

To find the least common denominator, list out the multiples for each denominator then choose the lowest one that appears in both sets.

Example Question #12 : How To Find The Lowest / Least Common Denominator

Find the least common denominator for the fractions  and

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

To find the least common denominator, list out the multiples for each denominator then choose the lowest one that appears in both sets.

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