Math Help: Simplifying (reducing) fractions

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SIMPLIFYING (or REDUCING) FRACTIONS

In this module, you can learn how to reduce, or simplify, a fraction to its simplest form.

3/4 = 6/8

3 divided by 4 gives you .75, and 6 divided by 8 also gives you .75

Practice and study

Read about simplifying fractions
Read about several ways to simplify fractions at mathsisfun.com. At the end, you can take a self-quiz to check your understanding.
Try your hand at simplifying fractions
This Khan Academy tutorial lets you practice simplifying fractions. If you don't know the answer, you can ask for step-by-step hints.
Download a reducing fractions worksheet
Create and print your own "reducing fractions" worksheet at math-aids.com.