Simplifying Fractions Using a Multiplication Chart

In this video, Miss A reviews how to simplify fractions using both a multiplication chart and traditional methods. She demonstrates the process with examples, showing how to find common factors and create equivalent fractions with new denominators. The video emphasizes the use of a multiplication chart as a helpful tool for simplifying fractions and solving proportions. Students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions if needed.

What tool is recommended for simplifying fractions if you are not familiar with the process?

• Subtraction chart

• Addition table

• Multiplication chart

• Calculator

What is the simplified form of the fraction 12/16 using the multiplication chart?

• 3/4

• 1/2

• 2/3

• 4/5

When simplifying 12/16 traditionally, what is the greatest common factor used?

• 6

• 4

• 3

• 2

What is the simplified form of the fraction 8/32 using the multiplication chart?

• 1/2

• 3/8

• 2/3

• 1/4

What is the greatest common factor of 8 and 32?

• 2

• 16

• 4

• 8

Why can't the fraction 10/25 be simplified by dividing by 2?

• Because 10 is not divisible by 2

• Because 10 is an odd number

• Because 25 is not divisible by 2

• Because 25 is an odd number

What is the simplified form of the fraction 10/25 using the multiplication chart?

• 3/5

• 4/5

• 2/5

• 1/2

What is the equivalent fraction of 3/7 with a denominator of 21?

• 9/21

• 6/21

• 7/21

• 8/21

What is the equivalent fraction of 7/8 with a denominator of 48?

• 45/48

• 42/48

• 40/48

• 35/48

What is the process called when you find a fraction with a different denominator but the same value?

• Simplifying

• Reducing

• Finding equivalent fractions

• Cross-multiplying