Simplifying Fractions
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Objective
I can simplify fractions to their lowest terms.
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Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Simplifying a fraction means rewriting it using the smallest numerator and denominator numbers possible without changing the fraction's value.
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To simplify fractions: First, replace the numerator and denominator numbers with their prime factors. Then, cancel out any common factors. Finally, re-multiply any remaining factors.
- 3
When simplifying fractions, if you cancel out all factors on the numerator of a fraction, remember to put a 1 in its place, because 1 is always a factor of any number.
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Practice
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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?
What are the three steps for simplifying fractions as presented in the video?
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Exit ticket
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“Simplify the fraction ¹²⁄₁₈ showing all steps.”
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