2. Review basic computational skills 3. Simplifying polynomials 4. Adding, subtracting, and multiplying polynomials (1) Simplify fractions Simplifying fractions To simplify a fraction, one cancels the greatest common factor. Pr gr P = 9 #1 Write each fraction in lowest terms Example 18 18+6 = 24 24+6 28 a) 49 75 b) 125 #2 Perform the indicated operations and simplify the result. a) -4+ b) (2)-3 = 3