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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To simplify a fraction means to reduce 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 factor (GCF) of two numbers?

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The GCF is the largest number that divides both numbers without leaving a remainder. You can find it by listing the factors or using the prime factorization method.

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What is the GCF of 42 and 56?

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The GCF of 42 and 56 is 14.

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What is the simplified form of 42/56?

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The simplified form of 42/56 is 3/4.

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What is the GCF of 45 and 75?

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The GCF of 45 and 75 is 15.

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What is the simplified form of 45/75?

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The simplified form of 45/75 is 3/5.

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What is the GCF of 120 and 144?

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The GCF of 120 and 144 is 24.

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What is the simplified form of 120/144?

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The simplified form of 120/144 is 5/6.

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What is the GCF of 18 and 24?

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The GCF of 18 and 24 is 6.