if it just says write as a fraction, do we simply it also?
Write as a fraction.
30:48

A. 1/6
B. 8/5
C. 5/8
D. 30/48

I know its 30/48 but do we go ahead and simplify it since it doesn't say so to 5/8?

Question

if it just says write as a fraction, do we simply it also?
Write as a fraction. 
30:48

A. 1/6
B. 8/5
C. 5/8
D. 30/48

I know its 30/48 but do we go ahead and simplify it since it doesn't say so to 5/8?

anonymous · Answer

Simplifying the fraction is always a good idea.

hero · Answer

Prime Fraction = Fraction in simplest form
Composite Fraction = Multiple of a Prime Fraction

Prime Fractions are the truest form of a fraction. So prime or simplified fractions take precedence over composite fractions. In this case, the prime fraction takes precedence.

anonymous · Answer

thank you both, and thank you Hero for detailing it, it was very helpful