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

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, you can multiply or divide the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same number. For example, multiplying 1/2 by 2/2 gives you 2/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 1 1/2 is a mixed number.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the numerator of the fraction.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator. For example, 5/3 is an improper fraction.

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Convert the improper fraction 7/4 into a mixed number.

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1 3/4

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What does the fraction 3/6 simplify to?

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1/2

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Which of the following is NOT an equivalent fraction to 1/3? 2/6, 3/9, 4/12, 5/12

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5/12

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What is the first step in simplifying a fraction?

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Find the greatest common factor (GCF) of the numerator and denominator.

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Write the mixed number 2 1/3 as an improper fraction.

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7/3