Simplifying Fractions Quiz

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

• To make the fraction larger

• To add the top and bottom numbers together

• To re-write the fraction using the smallest top and bottom numbers without changing its value

• To find the greatest common factor

What is the simplified form of the fraction 3/6?

• 4/8

• 1/2

• 3/6

• 2/3

What is the first step in the procedure for simplifying fractions?

• Add the top and bottom numbers together

• Re-multiply any factors left over on the top or bottom

• Look for common factors and cancel them

• Replace the top and bottom numbers with their prime factors

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

What is the simplified form of the fraction 5/15?

• 1/3

• 2/5

• 3/5

• 4/15

What is the simplified form of the fraction 30/36?

• 5/6

• 6/7

• 7/8

• 8/9

What is the greatest common factor of the top and bottom numbers when simplifying fractions?

• LCM

• Prime factor

• GCF

• Common multiple

Why would we want to simplify fractions?

• To make life more complicated

• To confuse others

• To annoy your teacher

• To make life simpler

What is the reading level of this quiz?

• Grade 13

• Grade 8

• Grade 5

• Grade 1