In this video we will simplify (reduce) the fraction 9/12 into its simplest form. The key to simplifying fractions is to find a number that goes into both the numerator and denominator.
For 9/12 the only number that will divide into both 9 and 12 is 3.
We can list all of the factors that divide evenly into 9 and 12. When we do so we see that 3 is the highest common factor for both numbers.
If we divide 9 by 3 we get 3.
If we divide 12 by 3 we get 4.
This means the we can simplify 9/12 to 3/4. 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.
How To Simplify The Fraction 9/12 For Country: United States. City: Cedar Rapids, Cleveland, Fairfield, Norman, Rochester
