Question

What is the least common denominator for the fractions 1/3 and 2/9 ?

9

18

27

36

Answer 1

The least common denominator for the fractions 1/3 and 2/9 is 9.

Explanation:

Given:

Find the least common denominator for the fractions 1/3 and 2/9.

So, to find out :

First list the multiples of the denominator of the fractions given:

Multiples of 3 : 3, 6, 9, 12, 15..........

Multiples of 9 : 9, 18, 27, 36, 45........

And, now we see that 9 is the smallest number that is the same.

Therefore, the least common denominator for the fractions 1/3 and 2/9 is 9.