How to Simplify Fractions

• Ask yourself….–Can I skip count using both the numerator

and denominator?–Would it be easier for me to find the GCF

of both numbers?–Do I really need to simplify or is the

fractions as low as it can go?

Skip CountWhat can I count by to get 12 and 20?

What can I count by to get 5 and 30?

What can I count by to get 15 and 27?

What can I count by to get 20 and 50?

GCFWhat is the Greatest

Common Factor of 6 an 14?

Remember …

2, 5, 10…..and maybe 3?

A fraction is simplified when the only number than can divide into the numerator AND denominator is 1.

Practice Simplifying

1. 12/30

2. 25/40

3. 24/36

Practice Improper to Mixed or Whole

1. 40/9

2. 30/4

3. 16/3

Simplify the following fractions. Be sure you show your work!