To decline (or reduce) a fraction means to simplify it to its lowest terms. This is done by finding the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the numerator and the denominator and dividing both by this number. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

### Steps to Simplify a Fraction:
1. **Find the GCD**: Determine the greatest common divisor of the numerator and denominator.
2. **Divide**: Divide both the numerator and the denominator by their GCD.
3. **Result**: The resulting fraction will be in its simplest form.

#### Example:
Simplify the fraction \( \frac{24}{36} \).

1. **Find the GCD of 24 and 36**: The GCD is 12.
2. **Divide both by 12**:
   \[
   \frac{24 \div 12}{36 \div 12} = \frac{2}{3}
   \]
3. The simplified fraction is \( \frac{2}{3} \).

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Here are 5 related questions:
1. How do you find the greatest common divisor (GCD)?
2. Can all fractions be reduced to their simplest form?
3. What are improper fractions and how are they simplified?
4. How do you simplify mixed numbers?
5. Can decimals be converted and simplified as fractions?

**Tip**: Prime factorization can help in finding the GCD quickly for large numbers.

Learn how to simplify fractions by finding the greatest common divisor (GCD) and dividing the numerator and denominator. This detailed guide covers examples and is ideal for students in Grades 4-6.

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