Write fractions in simplest form

Answer 1

If you're asking HOW to write fractions in simplest form, i can help you.

Take this fraction for example, 4/24.

The first step is to find out what number can go into the top number (numerator) AND the bottom number (denominator). In this case, 2 can fit into both numbers perfectly:

2 x 2 = 4 (numerator)

2 x 12 = 24 (denominator)

Since 2 can fit into 4 two times, we cancel out the 4 and leave a 2.

Since 2 can fit into 24 twelve times, we cancel out the 24 and leave a 12.

Now our fraction looks like this: 2/12.

Now, this fraction can STILL be simplified. What number fits into 2 AND 12?

The answer is two.

2 x 1 = 2

2 x 6 = 12

Since 2 fits into 2 one time, we cross out the 2 and leave a 1.

Since 2 fits into 12 six times, we cross out the 12 and lave a 6.

Your final fraction now looks like this: 1/6. This is your answer.

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