33f Equivalent Fractions

These fractions are not equivalent.

• True

• False

Select the appropriate statement that goes with the fraction model.

• One-fourth is larger than two-eighths because the rectangle for one-fourth is larger.

• Two-eighths can not be the same as one-fourth because each piece is smaller than one-fourth.

• Each part for one-fourth and two-eighths are difference sizes so they can not be equal.

• One-fourth and one eighth is equal because both stop at the same place on the models.

Explain how you know 1/4 and 2/8s are equivalent.

Create a picture using shapes, number lines, or models to show 1/4 and 2/8 are equivalent.

Draw a number line to show 3/4 and 6/8. Explain if these two fractions are equivalent. Justify your answer.