Question

Which of the following is the simplest form of $\frac{15}{50}$ ?

• A. $\frac{3}{10}$
• B. $\frac{1}{10}$
• C. $\frac{3}{5}$
• D. $\frac{1}{3}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A

$\frac{3}{10}$

The highest common factor of 15 and 50 is 5.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by 5 , we get

=$\frac{15÷5}{50÷5}$

=$\frac{3}{10}$

Therefore, $\frac{3}{10}$ is the simplest form of $\frac{15}{50}$