answersLogoWhite

0

When studying fractions, the topic of reducing them to lowest terms is explored. There are many fractions of the form a/b(where a and b are integers) that have identical values. For example, 1/2, 2/4, 3/6, and 50/100 all have the same decimal value (0.5), but only the first one (1/2) is reduced to lowest terms. When a fraction is in irreducible form, both the numerator and denominator cannot be reduced further without changing the overall value of the fraction. Generally, to get a fraction in irreducible form, you must divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor. (See the other questions and answers regarding greatest common factor.)

User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

BeauBeau
You're doing better than you think!
Chat with Beau
MaxineMaxine
I respect you enough to keep it real.
Chat with Maxine
EzraEzra
Faith is not about having all the answers, but learning to ask the right questions.
Chat with Ezra

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What does irreducible mean?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp