Work:4 ) 8⁄12 ( 2⁄3Ans. 2⁄3
Four is the G. C. D. of 8 and 12; hence 8⁄12 ÷ 4 = 2⁄3.
Reduce 35⁄56 to its lowest terms.
Work:7 ) 35⁄56 ( 5⁄8Ans. 5⁄8
Seven is the G. C. D. of 35 and 56; hence 35⁄56 ÷ 7 = 5⁄8.
A fraction whose terms have no common divisor is in its lowest terms, as 9⁄16.
To reduce an improper fraction to a whole or mixed number:
Rule.—Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient will be the whole or mixed number.
How many units in 30⁄6?
Work:30 ÷ 6 = 5Ans. 5.