Question

Why is it important to be able to write a fraction in simplest form?

Answer 1

It is important because if u don't find the simplest form then u won't be able to multiply and get the answer correctly

Answer 2

This is important because if you were to answer in complex fractions instead of its simplest form, you would have a tough time multiplying complex fractions together. You would get a HUGE denominator or numerator, which makes things difficult. It is important to write a fraction in its simplest form because of exactly that; making things simple. Would you rather multiply 64/132*64/132 or 1/2*1/2?