Simplest Form (Part 2)

The video tutorial explains how to simplify the fraction 16/28. It begins by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 2, resulting in 8/14. The tutorial then checks if 8/14 is in its simplest form by listing factors and finding a common factor of 2, further simplifying it to 4/7. An alternative method using the greatest common factor (GCF) is also demonstrated, showing how to directly simplify 16/28 to 4/7 by dividing by the GCF, which is 4. The video concludes by summarizing the two methods for simplifying fractions.

What is the first step in simplifying the fraction 16/28?

• Multiply both the numerator and denominator by 2

• Divide both the numerator and denominator by 2

• Add 2 to both the numerator and denominator

• Subtract 2 from both the numerator and denominator

After simplifying 16/28 to 8/14, what should you check next?

• If the fraction is a mixed number

• If the fraction is less than 1

• If the fraction is in its simplest form

• If the fraction is greater than 1

What is the simplest form of the fraction 8/14?

• 2/3

• 4/7

• 3/4

• 1/2

What is the greatest common factor of 16 and 28?

• 2

• 4

• 8

• 16

Which method can be used to simplify a fraction directly to its simplest form?

• Using the least common multiple

• Using the sum of the numbers

• Using the difference of the numbers

• Using the greatest common factor