Equivalent Fractions

Front

What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numbers may be different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

Front

How do you simplify a fraction?

Back

To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF). For example, to simplify 16/24, divide both by 8 to get 2/3.

Front

What is the simplest form of 16/24?

Back

2/3

Front

Which fraction is equivalent to 1?

Back

5/5

Front

Which of the following is NOT an equivalent fraction to 1/2? 2/4, 2/3, 4/8, 3/6

Back

2/3

Front

Are the fractions 1/2 and 2/3 equivalent?

Back

No

Front

What is the equivalent fraction of 3/5 with a denominator of 15?

Back

9/15

Front

If you multiply the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number, what happens?

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The value of the fraction remains the same, but the numbers change. For example, multiplying 1/2 by 2 gives 2/4.

Front

What is the equivalent fraction of 4/6?

Back

2/3

Front

Complete the equivalent fraction: 5/15 = ?/3

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1