Equivalent fractions and Simplifying 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 in the fractions are different. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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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 factor (GCF). For example, to simplify 8/12, divide both by 4 to get 2/3.

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Which of the following is NOT an equivalent fraction to 1/2? 2/4, 2/3, 4/8, 3/6

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2/3 is NOT an equivalent fraction to 1/2.

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Simplify the fraction 8/12.

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The simplified form of 8/12 is 2/3.

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What is the simplified form of 6/42?

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The simplified form of 6/42 is 1/7.

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Simplify the fraction 16/20.

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The simplified form of 16/20 is 4/5.

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Which fraction is equivalent to 1? 1/2, 1/10, 5/5, 5/1

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5/5 is equivalent to 1.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF) of 8 and 12?

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The GCF of 8 and 12 is 4.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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If 2/3 is equivalent to x/9, what is the value of x?

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x = 6.