Mathematics For Machine Technology
Mathematics For Machine Technology
8th Edition
ISBN: 9781337798310
Author: Peterson, John.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 2, Problem 1A

Reduce the fraction 15 30 to halves.

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To determine

The fraction into its half.

Answer to Problem 1A

The fraction reduced to 12.

Explanation of Solution

Given:

The number is given as x=1530.

Concept used:

Divide numerator and denominator of the given fraction by GCF, that is, greatest common factor.

Calculation:

The factors of 15 are 1,3,5,15 and the factors of 30 are 1,2,3,5,6,10,15,30 respectively.

Therefore, the greatest common factor of 15 and 30 is 15.

Divide numerator and denominator of fraction by 15 as follows:

  x=15÷1530÷15x=12

Thus, the fraction reduced to 12.

Conclusion:

The fraction reduced to 12.

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