Simplify Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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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 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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How do you find the GCF of 8 and 12?

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The GCF of 8 and 12 is 4, as it is the largest number that divides both 8 and 12.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator are different.

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How can you create an equivalent fraction?

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You can create an equivalent fraction by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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