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What is the process of simplifying a fraction by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by the same number?
What is the process of simplifying a fraction by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by the same number?
- Numerator reduction
- Cancelling down (correct)
- Denominator simplification
- Fraction reduction
What is the term used when a fraction is in its lowest whole number possible?
What is the term used when a fraction is in its lowest whole number possible?
- Basic ratio
- Simplest form
- Lowest terms (correct)
- Minimal fraction
What is the number written at the top of a fraction called?
What is the number written at the top of a fraction called?
- Numerator (correct)
- Divisor
- Denominator
- Quotient
What is the number written on the bottom of a fraction called?
What is the number written on the bottom of a fraction called?
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When the numerator and denominator are both divided by their highest common factor, what is the resulting fraction called?
When the numerator and denominator are both divided by their highest common factor, what is the resulting fraction called?
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What is an improper fraction?
What is an improper fraction?
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How would you convert the improper fraction $\frac{16}{3}$ to a mixed number?
How would you convert the improper fraction $\frac{16}{3}$ to a mixed number?
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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?
What does it mean to simplify a fraction?
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What is the purpose of finding the greatest common factor (GCF) when simplifying fractions?
What is the purpose of finding the greatest common factor (GCF) when simplifying fractions?
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When is a fraction considered a proper fraction?
When is a fraction considered a proper fraction?
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