Lesson 9: Simplifying Fractions

Introduction

In this lesson, you will learn how to simplify fractions.

Yesterday, we took a quiz to see what knowledge you had gained thus far in our fraction unit - equivalent fractions, least common multiple, comparing, adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators. Today, we will learn how to simplify fractions. 

Before we begin, complete the warm-up below.

Warm Up

 

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Review

Let’s Review! Read the statement below and see if you can fill in the blank!

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Simplifying Fractions

So, when we add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators, our answers have to be simplified. What do you think simplify means? Jot down what you think the word simplify means in your math journal. 

Explore the presentation below to find out what the word “simplify” means and how we simplify fractions. 

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Simplifying Fractions Activity

Your turn! Practice simplifying fractions independently with the activity. Make sure to show your work in your math journal! 

Go to the next page to complete the Simplifying Fractions activity

  

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