Question

which number can each term of the equation be multiplied by to eliminate the fractions before solving?

(-\frac{3}{4}m - \frac{1}{2} = 2 + \frac{1}{4}m)

2
3
4
5

Explanation:

Identify the denominators in the equation

$$ 4, 2, 4 $$

Find the least common multiple of the denominators

$$ \text{LCM}(4, 2) = 4 $$

Determine the multiplier to eliminate fractions

$$ \text{Multiplier} = 4 $$

Answer:

• 2
• 3
• 4 (Correct answer)
• 5