Simplifying fractions using common factors

The powerpoint explains a method of simplifying fractions through using common factors (the highest common factor). The powerpoint goes through the process a step at a time. (Stating what numbers are are finding the factors of, the common factors, and then the highest common factor). The questions on the worksheet are set out like the powerpoint. This allows pupils to work through questions in a structured way, like the powerpoint. Pupils can swap their questions to peer asses.