Equivalent, Comparing, and Ordering Fractions Review

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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 numbers in the fractions are different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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How do you find an equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, you can multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same number. For example, for 1/3, multiplying both by 2 gives 2/6.

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Which of the following fractions is equivalent to 1/2? 2/4, 3/5, 4/8, 5/6

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2/4 and 4/8 are equivalent to 1/2.

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What is the greatest value among these fractions: 1/6, 1/3, 1/4, 1/8?

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1/3 is the greatest value among these fractions.

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Which fraction is NOT equivalent to 1/2? 2/4, 2/3, 4/8, 3/6

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2/3 is NOT equivalent to 1/2.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions means determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal. This can be done by finding a common denominator or converting them to decimals.

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How can you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions from least to greatest, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals, then arrange them in ascending order.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be compared or added.

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What is the equivalent fraction for 3/4?

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An equivalent fraction for 3/4 is 6/8, obtained by multiplying both the numerator and denominator by 2.

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If you have the fraction 5/10, what is its simplest form?

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The simplest form of 5/10 is 1/2, obtained by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 5.