Chapter 4.3, Problem 4C

To determine

To write given fractions in its simplest form.

Answer to Problem 4C

  $\frac{1}{2}$

Explanation of Solution

Given Information: $\frac{5}{10}$

Formula used: Divide numerator and denominator such that they can no longer be divided by the same whole number exactly or evenly (other than the number 1).

Calculation:

  $\frac{5}{10}$

Both numerator & denominator are now written as product of its prime factors.

  $=\frac{5}{5\times 2}$

As 5 is common in both num& den, it cancels out. In the next step, final answer is -

  $=\frac{1}{2}$