Simplifying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The GCD is the largest positive integer that divides two or more integers without leaving a remainder.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How can you find an equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction by the same non-zero number.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is the simplified form of 6/42?

Back

1/7

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What is the simplified form of 18/24?

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3/4

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What is the simplified form of 8/12?

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2/3

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What is the simplified form of 10/50?

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1/5

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Which of the following is NOT an equivalent fraction to 3/4: 6/8, 9/12, or 9/16?

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9/16 is NOT an equivalent fraction to 3/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1