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 numbers may be different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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Which fractions are equivalent to 1/2? Give two examples.

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Examples of fractions equivalent to 1/2 include 2/4 and 4/8.

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What is the rule for finding equivalent fractions?

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

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Is 2/3 an equivalent fraction to 1/2?

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No, 2/3 is not an equivalent fraction to 1/2.

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What fraction is equivalent to 4/6?

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2/3 is equivalent to 4/6.

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What does it mean when two fractions are equal?

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It means they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 5/5?

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5/5 is equivalent to 1 (one whole).

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If 15/20 = x/4, what is the value of x?

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x = 3.

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How can you check if two fractions are equivalent?

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You can cross-multiply the fractions. If the cross products are equal, the fractions are equivalent.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.