Simplifying Fractions Quiz

What is the first step in simplifying a fraction when both the numerator and denominator are even numbers?

• Divide both by 7

• Divide both by 2

• Divide both by 3

• Divide both by 5

If you recognize that both numbers in a fraction are multiples of 8, what should you do?

• Divide both by 4

• Divide both by 2 repeatedly

• Divide both by 6

• Divide both by 8 directly

When simplifying 21 over 45, which number should you divide both the numerator and denominator by?

• 2

• 3

• 5

• 7

What is a common factor to use when both numbers in a fraction end in 5?

• 3

• 5

• 2

• 10

What should you check for when simplifying fractions with odd numbers?

• If they are divisible by 6

• If they are divisible by 4

• If they are divisible by 3

• If they are divisible by 2