Question

-1/2 -3/5 simplest form​

Answer 1

Simplest Form (algebra)

In general, an expression is in simplest form when it is easiest to use.

Example, this: 5x + x − 3

Is simpler as: 6x − 3

Common ways to help you simplify:

• Combine Like Terms

• Factoring

• Expanding (the opposite of factoring)

• Clear out fractions by multiplying

• Recognizing a pattern you have seen before, like the difference of squares