Fractions in Lowest Terms
2016-11-30 07:16
This applet demonstrates how to find the simplest form of a fraction. By combining algebraic calculations, such as the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD), with geometric constructions like circles, sectors, arcs, and rotations, it visually illustrates the process of fraction reduction. Ideal for understanding basic fraction concepts and simplification principles in number theory.
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