Multiply both sides of the equation by that LCD. To solve an equation with fractions we first try to change it into an equation without fractions. The left-hand side of the equation 3x divided by 3 is just an x.
Find the least common denominator.
Each denominator will then divide into its multiple. That was the whole point behind dividing both sides by 3. Solve equations by clearing the Denominators Find the least common denominator of all the fractions in the equation. Lets start with fractions.