Solving Linear Equations Part 5
In this lesson, we learn about the multiplication property of equality and how to clear denominators when fractions are involved in solving linear equations. We see how we can multiply or divide the same non-zero number to both sides of the equation so that we can undo what was multiplied by the variable and get the same solutions. Additionally, we learn how to simplify complex fractions and how to get rid of fractions by finding the least common denominator and multiplying both sides of the equation, making solving equations with fractions easier.
Part 5 of Solving Linear Equations in one variable. Covers solving linear equations using the multiplication property of equality and how to clear denominators when fractions are involved.
More free YouTube videos by Julie Harland are organized at http://yourmathgal.com
- What is the multiplication property of equality and how do you use it to solve linear equations?
- How do you solve 5x = -35 using the multiplication property of equality and check your solution?
- How do you solve -9x = -15 using the multiplication property of equality and check your solution?
- How do you solve 2/5x = 30 by multiplying by the reciprocal and check your solution?
- How can you solve an equation with fractions by getting rid of fractions first?
- How do you solve -5/8x = 1/6 by multiplying by the reciprocal?
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Staff Review
This lesson introduces the multiplication property of equality and uses it to solve equations with a number in front of the variable. Many examples are solved and explained. Multiple methods of solving are shown again in this video.
