Fractions may have numerators and denominators that are composite numbers (numbers that has more factors than 1 and itself).
How to simplify a fraction:
Find a common factor of the numerator and denominator. A common factor is a number that will divide into both numbers evenly. Two is a common factor of 2 and 6.Divide both the numerator and denominator by the common factor.Repeat this process until there are no more common factors.The fraction is simplified when no more common factors exist.