In Its Simplest Form?

A fraction is in simplest form if the top and bottom have no common factors other than 1. In other words, you cannot divide the top and bottom any further and have them still be whole numbers. You might also hear simplest form called "lowest terms". is in simplest form.

How do you find the simplest form?

A fraction is in simplest form when the top and bottom cannot be any smaller, while still being whole numbers. To simplify a fraction: divide the top and bottom by the greatest number that will divide both numbers exactly (they must stay whole numbers).

What is a fraction in its simplest form?

A fraction is said to be in simplest form if its numerator and denominator are relatively prime , that is, they have no common factors other than 1 . ... So, 59 is in simplest form, since 5 and 9 have no common factors other than 1 .