Concept explainers
The error in the work shown in the given calculation.
Answer to Problem 7LC
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The calculation,
Concept Used:
- Least Common Denominator (LCD) is the smallest number that is divisible by the denominator of all the fractions that are being added or subtracted.
- Solving an equation containing rational expressions
- Multiply both sides of equations by LCD(least common denominator) of all denominators.
- Remove any grouping symbols and solve the resulting equation for the variable asked in equation
Calculation:
In the given calculation, student did mistake in second step while taking the LCD. Observe that 1 is a whole number while 1/m is a fraction, so it must added by taking the LCD as shown below
Then simplify further by cross multiplying as shown below,
Thus, the student did mistake in taking LCD in second step.
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