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.

Dividing Fractions: When dividing fractions, you can achieve the same result by multiplying the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. A fraction consists of a numerator and a ...

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 ...