Simplifying Fractions and Operations

The video tutorial explains how to simplify a fraction by treating it as if it has grouping symbols around the numerator and denominator. It details the process of simplifying the numerator by finding the sum under the square root and evaluating exponents, and the denominator by performing multiplication before subtraction. The tutorial concludes by simplifying the fraction to its simplest form by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their common factor.

What is the first step in simplifying a fraction with a complex numerator and denominator?

• Add the numerator and denominator together.

• Simplify the numerator and denominator separately.

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator.

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator.

When simplifying the numerator, what is the correct way to handle the square root of a sum?

• Take the square root of each term separately.

• Add the terms first, then take the square root.

• Ignore the square root and add the terms directly.

• Multiply the terms before taking the square root.

What is the result of multiplying 7 by 5 in the denominator?

• 35

• 12

• 30

• 45

After simplifying the numerator, what is the sum of 5 and 9?

• 10

• 12

• 14

• 16

What is the common factor used to simplify the fraction 14/26?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 2

What is the simplified form of the fraction 14/26?

• 13/7

• 7/26

• 14/13

• 7/13

What is the final step in simplifying a fraction?

• Add the numerator and denominator.

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator.

• Multiply the numerator and denominator.

• Divide both by their greatest common factor.