Simplifying 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 lowest terms, 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 simplified form of 9/36?

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1/4

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What is the first step in changing a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator.

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What is the simplified form of 12/40?

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3/10

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What is the simplified form of 10/50?

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1/5

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What are equivalent fractions?

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

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.