simplify fractions

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What does it mean for a fraction to be in simplest form?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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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 greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest positive integer that divides two or more integers without leaving a remainder.

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Is the fraction 16/53 in simplest form?

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Yes, 16/53 is in simplest form because 16 and 53 have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you estimate the sum of two fractions?

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To estimate the sum of two fractions, round each fraction to the nearest simple fraction and then add them.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that is common to the denominators of two or more fractions.

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Find the least common denominator for the fractions 3/4 and 2/5.

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The least common denominator for 3 and 4 is 12.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 2/8?

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The simplified form of 2/8 is 1/4.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 12/36?

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The simplified form of 12/36 is 1/3.

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How can you check if a fraction is in simplest form?

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To check if a fraction is in simplest form, find the GCD of the numerator and denominator; if it is 1, the fraction is in simplest form.