Display Title
Math Example--Fraction Properties--Simplifying Fractions--Example 2
Display Title
Math Example--Fraction Properties--Simplifying Fractions--Example 2
Simplifying Fractions--Example 2
Topic
Fractions
Description
This example focuses on strategies for simplifying the fraction 2/6. Students learn to find the GCD of 2 and 6, which is 2, to reduce the fraction to its simplified form, 1/3. The activity not only sharpens their division skills but also develops their understanding of equivalent fractions, allowing them to visualize how different fractions can represent the same value while fostering critical thinking about numerators and denominators.
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Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.2 |
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Grade Range | 3 - 5 |
Curriculum Nodes |
Arithmetic • Fractions • Write Fractions in Lowest Terms |
Copyright Year | 2020 |
Keywords | fractions |