Instructions
Find the factors for each of the following numbers. Then, use your factors to simplify the given fractions.
Part 1: Finding Factors
List all the factors for each of the following numbers:
1. 24
2. 36
3. 18
4. 30
Part 2: Simplifying Fractions
Using your factors from Part 1, simplify the following fractions:
5. 24/36 =
6. 18/30 =
7. 12/18 =
8. 15/25 =
Reflection:
Explain why finding factors is important in simplifying fractions. (Write a few sentences)