Fractions (Part 1)

Simplifying Fractions

This video looks at how we find the highest common factor to simplify fractions. This can sometimes be called 'expressing a fraction in its simplest form'.

 

Compare (order), Add and Subtract Fractions

These are the three circumstances that you need to ensure the fractions have the "same name" (the same denominator). This video shows you how to achieve this.

 

Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

A mixed number is one where you have some wholes and a proper fraction (for example 1ΒΌ). An improper fraction is where the numerator is greater than the denominator (for example 3/2). This video explores how to deal with these two types of fraction.