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 simplest form, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor (GCF) is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you find the GCF of 16 and 24?

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The GCF of 16 and 24 is 8.

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Simplify the fraction 16/24.

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2/3

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What is the GCF of 9 and 15?

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The GCF of 9 and 15 is 3.

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Simplify the fraction 9/15.

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3/5

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What is the GCF of 28 and 35?

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The GCF of 28 and 35 is 7.

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Simplify the fraction 28/35.

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4/5

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What is the GCF of 15 and 25?

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The GCF of 15 and 25 is 5.