EQUAL FRACTIONS

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What are equal fractions?

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Equal fractions are fractions that represent the same value or amount, even though they have different numerators and denominators.

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Give an example of equal fractions.

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1/2 = 2/4 = 4/8

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What is a numerator?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is a denominator?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How can you tell if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if they simplify to the same value or if their cross products are equal.

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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.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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

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What is the fraction 2/4 in simplest form?

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1/2

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If 1/3 = x/9, what is the value of x?

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x = 3