Simplifying Fractions with a Calculator

The video tutorial demonstrates how to use a calculator to simplify fractions. It begins with an introduction to the concept and then provides step-by-step instructions for simplifying two example fractions: 18/20 and 16/24. The tutorial emphasizes the use of a specific button on the calculator to achieve the simplification and shows the process of entering the fractions and obtaining the simplified results.

What is the main topic of the video?

• Simplifying fractions using a calculator

• Adding fractions

• Multiplying fractions

• Dividing fractions

Tags

CCSS.5.NF.B.6

What is the first step in simplifying a fraction using the calculator?

• Clear the calculator

• Type the denominator first

• Press the enter button

• Turn on the calculator

Which button do you press after typing the numerator in the calculator?

• ABC

• Clear

• Shift

• Enter

Tags

CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

What is the simplified form of 18/20?

• 2/3

• 3/4

• 9/10

• 4/5

What should you do after entering the fraction in the calculator?

• Press the ABC button again

• Turn off the calculator

• Press the clear button

• Press the enter button

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What is the simplified form of 16/24?

• 4/6

• 2/3

• 8/12

• 3/4

What should you do before typing a new fraction into the calculator?

• Press the enter button

• Press the ABC button

• Clear the previous entry

• Turn off the calculator

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What is the final step after getting the simplified fraction on the calculator?

• Press the clear button

• Write down the simplified fraction

• Turn off the calculator

• Write down the original fraction