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 ...

The common mistake number five is that students often flip the denominator or multiply by the reciprocal too early. Let me go ahead and show you the mistake that you look at a complex fraction and say ...

Click to see a step-by-step slideshow. STEP 1: Write the question and circle the key information. Draw a bar and split it into 12 equal segments: the denominator of the fraction. Label the end '/12'.