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#1 2007-11-22 17:27:54
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Fractions in Algebra
Another algebra page: Fractions in Algebra with examples.
(Feedback welcome).
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#2 2007-11-22 23:57:42
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Re: Fractions in Algebra
For the bit with adding fractions, it might be good to say:
Including the intermediate step would help explain why it works.
Why did the vector cross the road?
It wanted to be normal.
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#3 2007-11-23 08:14:02
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Re: Fractions in Algebra
Good point
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