Fractions in Simplest Form

Find a common factor of both the numerator and denominator.

2 is always a factor of even numbers,

3 is a factor if the sum of the digits is divisible by 3.

5 is a factor if the number ends in a 5 or O.

6 is a factor if both 2 and 3 are factors.

9 is a factor if the sum of the digits is divisible by 9.

10 is a factor if the number ends in a O.

Divide both the numerator and the denominator by a common factor,
Repeat steps 1-2 until the only common factor is 1.
At this pointe your _____ fraction is in simplest form.

* If you divide by a greater factor, you will have fewer steps.