Simplifying Fractions

Front

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).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

Front

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

Back

To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

Front

Simplify 6/12.

Back

1/2

Front

What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

Back

The GCF is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

Front

How do you find the GCF of 6 and 12?

Back

The GCF of 6 and 12 is 6.

Front

Simplify 12/36.

Back

1/3

Front

What is the lowest term of a fraction?

Back

The lowest term of a fraction is when it is simplified to the smallest possible numerator and denominator.

Front

Simplify 8/24.

Back

1/3

Front

What is a proper fraction?

Back

A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

Front

What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1