Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Equations (Section 7 - No. 13)
What is the first step when solving equations involving fractions?
Adding fractions
Multiplying by the denominators
Eliminating the denominators
Simplifying the numerators
Explication
The first step is usually to eliminate the denominators by multiplying both sides of the equation by the common denominator or least common multiple (LCM).