Looking at this fraction is a little bit different than looking at the other complex fractions that we've dealt with. However, we can make it look like the other complex fractions. But first of all, ...

Some fractions can be made 'simpler'. Simplifying means that the numerator and denominator can be smaller numbers. But the overall value of the fraction is not changed. Complete this interactive ...

Divide both the numerator and denominator by their HCF. The fraction has now been simplified. Knowing multiplication and division facts may make simplifying fractions easier. The HCF of 4 and 10 is 2.