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Simplify if possible. $$ \frac{-14}{1} $$

   Simplify if possible.
$$
\frac{-14}{1}
$$

Prealgebra & Introductory Algebra

Prealgebra & Introductory Algebra

Julie Miller, Molly… 2nd Edition

Chapter 4, Problem 20

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07/26/2020

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Key Concepts

Fractions

Fractions are expressions that represent the division of one number (the numerator) by another (the denominator), and they are fundamental in understanding rational numbers.

Simplification of Fractions

The process of simplifying a fraction involves reducing it to its simplest form by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor. When the denominator is 1, the fraction is already in its simplest form, meaning the fraction equals the numerator.

Identity Property of Division by One

The identity property of division by one states that any number divided by one remains unchanged. This principle directly applies when simplifying fractions with a denominator of 1, as the value of the fraction is the numerator itself.

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