Simplifying Fractions

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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, such as 1 1/2.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/5.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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7/3.

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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.

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Simplify the fraction 10/25.

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2/5.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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

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Find the GCF of 18 and 24.

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The GCF is 6.

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How do you reduce a fraction to its lowest terms?

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Divide both the numerator and denominator by their GCF.

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Reduce the fraction 15/45 to lowest terms.

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1/3.