Tips for Simplifying Fractions Date: 06/03/98 at 21:03:24 From:
Cambree Subject: I have no idea how to reduce or simplify a
fraction I have no idea how to reduce or simplify a fraction.
Could you please send me the solution to how to reduce or
simplify a fraction (like 2 and 4/5 or 4/5)? It would help a
lot. Please send me an example and how to do it. Thanks, Cambree
W. Date: 06/06/98 at 13:08:12 From: Doctor Peterson Subject: Re:
I have no idea how to reduce or simplify a fraction Hi, Cambree,
Being able to reduce fractions is an important skill, so you're
right to want to get it clear before you move on too far. I'm
glad you've asked for help. I'll try to give you a quick summary
of how to do it. If these examples aren't enough, don't hesitate
to ask your teacher for some extra help. Sometimes all it takes
is a chance to ask your questions privately and give a teacher a
chance to point out one little step you might be missing. Or you
could send us a specific problem and show us what you've done
and where yo