Question

Write the simplest form of $\frac{10}{24}$.

Answer 1

• Step 1: It can be observed that $2$ is the common factor of $10$ and $24$. Divide the numerator and denominator by the common factor $2$.

$\frac{10÷2}{24÷2}=\frac{5}{12}$

• Now, there is no common factor of $5$ and $12$ other than $1$. Hence, the simplest form of $\frac{10}{24}$ is $\frac{5}{12}$.