Why is the speed not the same on each surface

Adam drew two same size rectangles and divided them into the same number of equal parts. he shaded 1/3 of one rectangle and 1/4 of the other rectangle. what is the least number of parts into which both rectangles could be divided into?

Akitchen is 12 ft. by 14 ft. with 10 ft. high walls. how much would it cost to put vinyl flooring in this room? $8.80 per ft

Simplify 1/3 12x - 6 a. -2x-1 b.-2x-8 c.-x+4 d.3x+10 e. 4x-2