Algebra Equation Fraction

How To : Change a fraction into a decimal

Sometimes it is much easier to work out an equation if your numbers are in decimal form instead of fractions. This is especially useful if you are using a basic calculator. Check out this tutorial and learn exactly how to convert fractions into decimals in math class. So, if y ...more

How To : Write equivalent fractions

In this tutorial, we learn how to write equivalent fractions. If you have a negative in front of the fraction, it's the same as writing the negative on the numerator or the denominator. If we would have a negative on the top and on the bottom, this would cancel both out to cre ...more

How To : Use and find x & y-intercepts in algebra

A straight line can be represented in the form of a liner equation containing two variables x and y. When the equation is graphed on a pair of coordinate axes, the line passes cut through the axes in two points. The point where the line cuts the x-axes is called as its x coord ...more

How To : Add rational expressions

In this tutorial, we learn how to add rational expressions. When you have two rational expressions, you will first need to factor every denominator. After this, find the lowest common denominator from all of them. After this, rewrite every fraction so it has the lowest common ...more

How To : Solve an algebraic equation

Math can be tricky, especially when you're trying to decipher algebra. It's a love-hate thing; if you don't love math, then you hate it, and there's no in-between. But it doesn't have to be a pain to solve a few problems. It's actually quite simple once you figure it out. An a ...more

How To : Solve operations on rational functions (f o g)(x)

YAYMATH In order to use rational functions in intermediate algebra, Robert Ahdoot begins by setting values to the functions f(x) and g(x). He then adds these functions together, with the equation (f+g)(x). After addition comes subtraction, using the equation (f-g)(x). And fina ...more

How To : Compare fractions.

This video will show those who would like to learn more about math how to easily compare fractions with different denominators using a simple technique. You will be able to compare the fractions to each other by multiplying the numerator of each fraction with the denominator o ...more

How To : Solve single-step equation by multiplication

This video will show you the simple mathematical concept of solving a single-step equation using multiplication. This is very useful for equations in which you need to solve for a variable and the variable is a part of a fraction. The example provided in the video shows a very ...more

How To : Rationalize a denominator that contains a surd

In this video, we learn how to rationalize a denominator that contains a surd. First, you need to rationalize the denominator by removing any square root sign. To do this, you will multiply the fraction but the flip of the denominator over itself, with the square root. Then, y ...more

How To : Understand fraction multiplication by drawing

In this tutorial, we learn how to understand fraction multiplication by drawing. Start out by drawing a square on a piece of paper, leaving space around it. Next, cut this into vertical thirds (your equation is 1/3 x 1/2). After this, shade one of the thirds in the square. Use ...more

How To : Divide rational numbers

Khanacademy tackles problems involving multiplicative inverse (i.e. taking the number one and dividing it by that number) and dividing rational numbers in its simplest form (lowest common form). The multiplicative inverse of a number is where the number one is divided by the ...more

How To : Solve Equations with Fractions

Solving Equations with Fractions Using Addition In our first example, our equation is b - 11/10 = -13/5 We need to find out what the variable, 'b', is. A variable is a symbol that stands for an unknown number. To do so, we have to isolate the variable, meaning that we have t ...more

How To : Graph linear equations in beginning algebra

Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this beginning-algebra two-part lesson on graphing linear equations. This stuff is hard, yet it looks so simple, thanks to this video. Part 1 of 2 - How to Graph linear equations in beginning algebra. Pa ...more

How To : Factor quadratic equations in algebra

From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it's easier than ever to follow in their footsteps (or just finish your homework or study for that next ...more

How To : Solve basic linear equations in algebra

Linear equations are inescapable in life - whether you're taking algebra, geometry, or trigonometry, linear equations are the foundation of math as we know it. Keep your mind sharp and your pencil sharpened with this introductory video on solving basic linear equations. You'l ...more

How To : Work out quadratic equations in algebra

Need to know how to solve quadratic equations? Grab a pen and paper and work along with the video! Remember, you can pause and rewind whenever you want. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belo ...more

How To : Apply rational equations in intermediate algebra

From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it's easier than ever to follow in their footsteps (or just finish your homework or study for that next ...more

How To : Solve simple radical equations in algebra

See how to unpack and solve radical equations in algebra with this free video math lesson from Internet pedagogical superstar Simon Khan. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodid ...more

How To : Solve equations with fractions and decimals

In this tutorial the instructor shows how to solve equations with fractions and decimals. When you have a fraction first try to simplify it by canceling out the common factors in the numerator and the denominator. If there are any decimals convert them into fractions. Now if y ...more

How To : Solve inequalities with fractions in algebra

Solving math inequalities with fractions is easy when applying the rules presented in this video. • When you add or subtract the same number from each side of an inequality, the relationship between the two sides does not change. • When you multiply or divide each side of an ...more

How To : Add or subtract fractions in basic algebra

Could you use a little help figuring out how to sum and subtract fractions? Watch this free video lesson. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Interne ...more

How To : Solve two-step equations in algebra

Need to know how to solve basic two-step equations in algebra? Learn how with this free video lesson. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, i ...more

How To : Solve differential equations in Algebra

Need help figuring out how to solve differential equations in algebra? Learn how with this free video lesson. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Int ...more

How To : Solve advanced rational equations in algebra

From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it's easier than ever to follow in their footsteps (or just finish your homework or study for that next ...more

How To : Solve radical equations in algebra

The video demonstrates the solving of radical equations in algebra. The first thing to be done is to keep the radical number on one side and the other numbers on the other side. The radical is then changed to a rational number by squaring, cubing etc. Once the roots are remove ...more

How To : Simplify & solve multi-step equations in algebra

Looking for a primer on how to combine like terms and/or use the distributive property to solve algebraic equations? Learn how with this free video lesson. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have b ...more

How To : Simplify fractions with variables in basic algebra

Need help reducing fractions containing algebraic variables? Learn how with this free video lesson. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it' ...more

How To : Work with radical equations in algebra

From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it's easier than ever to follow in their footsteps (or just study for that next big test). With this in ...more

How To : Solve rational equations in algebra

From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it's easier than ever to follow in their footsteps (or just study for that next big test). With this in ...more

How To : Solve two-step linear equations in algebra

This math lesson is designed to provide middle school teachers with free resources for teaching linear equations. Students can use this free resource to better understand how to solve simple equations while preparing for the upcoming CRCT test. The above video demonstrates ho ...more

How To : Solve systems of equations in algebra

In this math lesson you will learn how to solve systems of equations. Systems of equations usually have 2 equations and two variables. You can solve a system of equations by using one of the following methods. • Graphing Method • Substitution Method • Elimination Method

How To : Solve a system of equations in algebra

In this math lesson you will learn how to solve a system of equations. Watch the following video to learn how to translate a word problem into a system of linear equations. Two linear equations considered in the same time form a system of linear equations. A system of linear ...more

How To : Graph linear equations in algebra

Need to graph a line but aren't sure quite where to begin? It's simple once you understand the whys and wherefores of solving for Y. In this eight-part mathematical video series, instructor Kent Murdic will teach you everything you need to ace your next alegbra test. Part 1 of ...more

How To : Use the Fundamental Rule of Proportions in Algebra

The author in this video explains the concept of fundamental rule of proportions. Fundamental rule of proportions means cross multiply. He explains that to arrive from an equation which has fractions into the one without equation multiply the top of left side with the bottom o ...more

How To : Divide complex numbers in algebra

This series on complex numbers will help you solve equations with the cute variable "i" with ease by multiplying by the conjugate. These equations are harder to do than normal linear equations, but they'll provide a nice brain challenge for you to furbish your math skills for ...more

How To : Factor using the ABC method in beginning algebra

Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this beginning-algebra two-part lesson on factoring with the ABC method. Solve those darn quadratic equations! Part 1 of 2 - How to Factor using the ABC method in beginning algebra. Part 2 of 2 - How to ...more

How To : Solve systems of linear equations with matrices

See how to solve systems of linear equations in algebra using matrices with this free video math lesson. Solving linear equations is easy once you know the matrix method. Learn it with this how-to. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's be ...more

How To : Do least squares approximation in linear algebra

Learn how to use least squares approximation for otherwise unsolvable equations in linear algebra! From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it's ...more

How To : Solve linear equations in the form of AX+B=C

Need to know how to solve AX+B=C-form linear equations in algebra? From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belonged to autodidacts. And, thanks to the Internet, it's easier than ever to follow in t ...more

How To : Use imaginary numbers and quadratic equations

Need a little help with your math homework? No problem, the Math Centre offers students video tutorials that will provide as a reference guide for self-study. Students get self-study resources targeted to the needs of individual courses, and teachers gain generic mathematics s ...more

How To : Master sixth grade mathematics

Math class got you down? We all know sixth grade mathematics is where we all start to lose it. We get frustrated with all of those numbers, try to figure it out, but ultimately flunk out or barely pass the class. Maybe the teacher just wasn't good enough to educate us, who kno ...more

How To : Multiply & Divide Numbers (Basic Elementary Math)

Adding and subtracting may be the easiest of mathematical operations, but once you get it down, multiplication and division can be just as easy. That's why it's called elementary arithmetic. If it were harder, it would be called college algebra or trigonometry. But it's not— i ...more

How To : Simplify algebraic fractions

In this tutorial, we learn how to simplify algebraic fractions. First you will need to simplify the fractions. You need to factor the numerator out, figure out what A is and what B is. Then, figure out what C is and what the products equal as well. When you have these, you wil ...more

How To : Divide rational expressions containing trinomials

In this video the instructor shows how to divide rational expressions that contain trinomials. A division containing two fractions can always be turned into a multiplication by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. This way any division can b ...more

How To : Complete quadratic equations by factoring

Scouring the web for instructions on how to factor quadratic equations in algebra? Look no further. This free video algebra lesson will teach you how. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have belong ...more

How To : Use and convert logarithms in intermediate algebra

Looking for instructions on how to convert logarithmic equations into exponential equations and vice versa? Learn how with this free algebra video lesson. From Ramanujan to calculus co-creator Gottfried Leibniz, many of the world's best and brightest mathematical minds have be ...more

How To : Use implicit differentiation

Taking this formula 9x²+y²=9 your instructor shows you how to find the solution for the variable y. Finding a second derivative is no more difficult that finding the first derivative, you only have to do the problem equation through twice. The derivative of 9x² will be 18, of ...more

How To : Add fractions with unlike denominators

You can't add fractions when the denominators are not the same - it's a rule in math you can't ignore! Write out the two fractions you want to add. In this video, the equation to solve looks like this: 2/3 + 4/5 = ??? Start by making a common denominator. This is easy - just ...more

How To : Solve word problems in Algebra

Having trouble with word problems in algebra? Watch this video to clear a few concepts as well as to learn how to systematically tackle word problems in exams. As explained in the video, the solution to any algebraic problem can be found by using the following 5 steps: 1) De ...more

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