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Grade 5 Math Simplifying Fractions Definition Question
Mathematics
Grade 5 (Primary School)
Question Content
Dividing the numerator and denominator of a fraction by their common factor at the same time, the value of the fraction remains unchanged. This process is called (______).
Correct Answer
simplifying fractions
Detailed Solution Steps
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Recall the definition of simplifying fractions: dividing the numerator and denominator of a fraction by their common factor(s) to reduce the fraction to a simpler form (or an equivalent simpler form) while keeping the value unchanged.
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For example, simplify 4/8 by dividing the numerator and denominator by 4: (4÷4)/(8÷4) = 1/2, and the value remains 1/2.
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Conclusion: this process is 'simplifying fractions'.
Knowledge Points Involved
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Simplifying Fractions
The process of dividing the numerator and denominator of a fraction by their common factor(s) to obtain an equivalent fraction with a smaller numerator and denominator, for example, simplifying 6/12 to 1/2 by dividing by 6.
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