Understanding Equivalent Fractions

What is the main idea behind equivalent fractions?

• Fractions that have the same numerator

• Fractions that represent the same quantity

• Fractions that have the same denominator

• Fractions that are always less than one

If a cake is divided into 8 pieces and 4 are left, what fraction of the cake is left?

• 2/4

• 3/8

• 4/8

• 1/2

Which of the following fractions is equivalent to 1/2?

• 4/8

• 3/6

• 2/3

• 5/10

How many pieces are shaded in a model representing 1/3?

• 1 out of 3

• 1 out of 2

• 2 out of 3

• 3 out of 4

Which fraction is equivalent to 2/3?

• 3/4

• 6/9

• 4/6

• 5/6