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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, to simplify 4/6, divide both by 2 to get 2/3.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 2/4?

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1/2

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Which is an equivalent fraction to 2/3?

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4/6

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 4/6?

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2/3

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Which fraction is greater, 2/3 or 1/2?

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2/3

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the numerator in the fraction 3/5?

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3

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What is the denominator in the fraction 3/5?

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5

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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If you multiply the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number, what happens?

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The value of the fraction remains the same, creating an equivalent fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is the GCD of 8 and 12?

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The GCD of 8 and 12 is 4.