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Math Example--Fraction Properties--Simplifying Fractions--Example 15

Simplifying Fractions--Example 15

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Topic

Fractions

Description

This example demonstrates simplifying the fraction 3/12 by finding the GCD, which is 3. The simplified form is 1/4. This teaches students about recognizing common factors and reducing fractions to their simplest form.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.2
Grade Range 3 - 5
Curriculum Nodes Arithmetic
    • Fractions
        • Write Fractions in Lowest Terms
Copyright Year 2020
Keywords fractions