Simplify fractions

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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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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The GCD is the largest number that divides both the numerator and denominator without leaving a remainder.

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How do you find the GCD of two numbers?

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List the factors of both numbers and find the largest factor they have in common.

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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 for a fraction to be in simplest form?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.