Equivalent Fractions

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What are equivalent fractions?

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Fractions that represent the same value or proportion, even though they have different numerators and denominators.

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How can you create equivalent fractions?

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By multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same non-zero whole number.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2 when multiplied by 2?

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2/4

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What is the equivalent fraction of 3/4 when divided by 3?

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1/4

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If you have the fraction 5/10, what is an equivalent fraction?

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1/2

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True or False: 2/3 and 4/6 are equivalent fractions.

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True

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What is the first step to find an equivalent fraction for 3/5?

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Choose a whole number to multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator.

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If you multiply the numerator of a fraction by 3, what must you do to the denominator to keep it equivalent?

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Multiply the denominator by 3.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 7/8 when multiplied by 1?

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7/8 (it remains the same).

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Can you create equivalent fractions using decimals?

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Yes, for example, 0.5 is equivalent to 1/2.