Simplify Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its simplest form, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of two numbers?

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The GCD of two numbers is the largest number that divides both of them without leaving a remainder. It can be found using the Euclidean algorithm or by listing the factors.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 12/42?

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The simplified form of 12/42 is 2/7.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 12/32?

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The simplified form of 12/32 is 3/8.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 15/20?

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The simplified form of 15/20 is 3/4.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 54/90?

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The simplified form of 54/90 is 3/5.

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What is the first step in simplifying a fraction?

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The first step in simplifying a fraction is to find the GCD of the numerator and denominator.

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Why is it important to simplify fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, especially in calculations and comparisons.

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Can a fraction be simplified if the numerator is 0?

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Yes, a fraction with a numerator of 0 is always 0, regardless of the denominator (as long as the denominator is not 0).