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 numerator and denominator may be different.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same non-zero number.

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What is 1/2 equivalent to?

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1/2 is equivalent to 2/4, 3/6, and 4/8.

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If you multiply the numerator and denominator of 1/3 by 2, what fraction do you get?

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You get 2/6, which is equivalent to 1/3.

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What is the relationship between 3/4 and 6/8?

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3/4 and 6/8 are equivalent fractions because they represent the same value.

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What happens if you divide the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number?

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The value of the fraction remains the same, but the fraction may be simplified.

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What is the first step to finding a missing numerator in equivalent fractions?

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Identify the relationship between the known fractions and use multiplication or division to find the missing numerator.

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What is the first step to finding a missing denominator in equivalent fractions?

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Identify the relationship between the known fractions and use multiplication or division to find the missing denominator.