How to Simplify the Fraction 4/6

In this video we will simplify (reduce) the fraction 4/6 into its simplest form. The key to simplifying fractions is to find a number that goes into both the numerator and denominator.

The number 2 will divide evenly into both 4 and 6.

We can list all of the factors that divide evenly into 4 and 6. When we do so we see that 2 is the highest common factor for both numbers.

If we divide 4 by 2 we get 2.
If we divide 6 by 2 we get 3.

This means that we can simplify 4/6 to 2/3. 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.

[BertieBron]

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[Brian-cbgc]

This is very helpful I need to help my 10 year old self with fractions lol

[mistydragonfan]

I forgot if I could do that with 4/6-
Thx for the help!

[JMazur-opdo]

I really had to come here for myself to help my 9 year old 🤦🏼