Simplifying fractions code breaker

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Bob Jackson
Simplifying fractions worksheet
Main Subject
Key stage
Category
Number: Fractions
Resource type
Student activity

Use this fun simplifying fractions worksheet to practise simplifying and finding equivalent fractions at KS3. Includes printable code breaker activity with answer key.

Students simply cancel down each proper fraction to find its simplest form then substitute the correct letters into the code to decipher a truly terrible joke!

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28/09/2019

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Isaiah Iverson Custodio

02/12/2018

Brilliant resource. Pupils really enjoyed it.

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07/06/2020

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28/09/2019

HELPFUL AND enjoying

Isaiah Iverson Custodio

02/12/2018

Brilliant resource. Pupils really enjoyed it.

12/01/2015

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