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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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.

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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 35 and 45?

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The GCF of 35 and 45 is 5.

Front

Simplify the fraction 35/45.

Back

7/9.

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What is the GCF of 8 and 40?

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The GCF of 8 and 40 is 8.

Front

Simplify the fraction 8/40.

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1/5.

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What is the GCF of 18 and 24?

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The GCF of 18 and 24 is 6.

Front

Simplify the fraction 18/24.

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3/4.

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What is the GCF of 42 and 56?

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The GCF of 42 and 56 is 14.