Equivalent Fractions

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different.

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How can you find equivalent fractions for a given fraction?

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To find equivalent fractions, you can multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator of the fraction by the same non-zero number.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2 when both numerator and denominator are multiplied by 2?

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The equivalent fraction is 2/4.

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Which of the following fractions is NOT equivalent to 1/2: 2/3, 4/8, 6/12?

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2/3 is NOT equivalent to 1/2.

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If a rectangle is divided into 3 equal parts and 1 part is shaded, what fraction of the rectangle is shaded?

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1/3 of the rectangle is shaded.

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What is the relationship between the numerators and denominators of equivalent fractions?

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The ratio of the numerator to the denominator remains constant in equivalent fractions.

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If 3/4 is equivalent to x/16, what is the value of x?

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x = 12.

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What is the simplest form of the fraction 8/12?

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The simplest form is 2/3.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/4 is 0.25.