# math

what does it mean for a fraction to be in simplest form?

A.the numerator and denominator share a common factor greater than 1.

B.the numerator and denominator share a common factor lesser than 1.

C.the numerator and denominator have no other factors than 1.

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1. I disagree

simplest form means reduced as far as possible

so ...

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2. Oh yeah... like 4/6 can be simplified to 2/3, right?

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Consider these fractions in their simplest form:

10/35 = 2/7 (divide numerator and denominator by 5)
60/80 = 6/8 = 3/4
50/100 = 5/10 = 1/2

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Ms. Sue
4. Yesl 4/6 = 2/3

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Ms. Sue
5. Ya, but that doesn't really explain which one the answer is. Plz explain it more so i can understand it.
- Meowmeories :3

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6. Is the answer A? I just wanted to be sure because i an not for sure what the answer might be

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7. If someone helps me with this first problem, i will take the test and give all of the correct answers, but this is a limited time only, so hurry within the next 24 hours of 9/19/2018.

- Warrior Cat Lover

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8. It said response saved, but i will let you know the answers soon.

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10. 1.C
2.C
3.A
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5.A
5/5 trust me (▀̿Ĺ̯▀̿ ̿)

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11. YAY!!! Tysm, Roblox oof! All his answers are correct I promise!

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12. 'Roblox oof' You have lied and I got a 2/5 which is 40% on my quick check! Thanks a lot, you liar!

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13. hi

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