Simplifying Fractions Practice

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you find the greatest common factor (GCF) of two numbers?

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The GCF of two numbers is the largest number that divides both of them without leaving a remainder. You can find it by listing the factors or using the prime factorization method.

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What is the GCF of 18 and 24?

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The GCF of 18 and 24 is 6.

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Reduce the fraction 18/24 to lowest terms.

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3/4

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What is the GCF of 21 and 28?

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The GCF of 21 and 28 is 7.

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Reduce the fraction 21/28 to lowest terms.

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3/4

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What is the GCF of 35 and 49?

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The GCF of 35 and 49 is 7.

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Reduce the fraction 35/49 to lowest terms.

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5/7

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What is the GCF of 8 and 12?

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The GCF of 8 and 12 is 4.