Many people find it easier not to have to work with fractions.
In many cases, clearing fractions can be an unnecessary extra step. Example x + 3/4 > 1/3 12x + 9 > 4 (multiply by 12 to clear fractions) 12x > -5 (subtract 9) x > -5/12 (divide by 12. Didn't we just multiply by 12?) Alternatively, x > 1/3 - 3/4 (subtract 3/4 and you're there) x > -5/12
In many cases, clearing fractions can be an unnecessary extra step. Example x + 3/4 > 1/3 12x + 9 > 4 (multiply by 12 to clear fractions) 12x > -5 (subtract 9) x > -5/12 (divide by 12. Didn't we just multiply by 12?) Alternatively, x > 1/3 - 3/4 (subtract 3/4 and you're there) x > -5/12