Equivalent Fractions

An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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