Question

my son has a hw question im stumped on. the problems are done i just dont know what the 4 rules for reducing fractions to there simpilist form are.

Answer 1

never mind the rules then. Give us an example problem and we'll show you the simplist form.

Answer 2

I don't even know the four rules for reducing fractions to their simplest form, however, I know how to reduce fractions to their simplest form. I can ask around and try to see if four such steps exist.

Answer 3

the problems are simple reductions. no worries there. the number one question is a def problem. give the 4 rules that youknow a fraction is in the simpilist form

Answer 4

and i am a tax accountant and i cant find the answer with the internet in my hand

Answer 5

a fraction is in simplest form when there is no common factor other than 1 between the numerator and denominator

Answer 6

thats what i had. this is a handy tool for parents. thanx a ton guys

Answer 7

Show us a sample problem you had to reduce. We'll be able to figure it out what the four steps are.

Answer 8

These are the four rules:

1.Identify the numerator and denominator

2.Find the gcd of the numerator and denominator

3.new numerator = old numerator/gcd

4.new denominator = old denominator/gcd

Answer 9

Hmm, I was thinking lcd, simplify, cancel, reduce,

Answer 10

thanx fool. idk where you found them but thank you

Answer 11

Glad to help. :)

Answer 12

BHorne, when you find out what the actual four steps are, you should post them