In this video we will simplify (reduce) the fraction 12/40 into its simplest form. The key to simplifying fractions is to find a number that goes into both the numerator and denominator.
The number 4 will divide evenly into both 12 and 40.
We can list all of the factors that divide evenly into 12 and 40. When we do so we see that 4 is the highest common factor for both numbers.
If we divide 12 by 4 we get 3.
If we divide 40 by 4 we get 10.
This means that we can simplify 12/40 to 3/10. The fractions are equivalent. If you check on a calculator you will find that they have the same decimal value. So we haven't changed the quantity, just the way the fraction is expressed.
How To Simplify The Fraction 12/40 For Country: United States. City: Des Moines, Elk Grove, Huntington Beach, Savannah, Ventura
