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 numerator and denominator may be different.

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How can you find equivalent fractions for a given fraction?

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To find equivalent fractions, you can multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction by the same non-zero number.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/3 when both the numerator and denominator are multiplied by 2?

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The equivalent fraction is 2/6.

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If the numerator of a fraction is multiplied by 3, what happens to the fraction?

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The value of the fraction increases, and it becomes equivalent to a new fraction.

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Which of the following pairs of fractions are equivalent: 1/2 and 2/4, or 3/5 and 6/10?

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1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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What visual representation can help understand equivalent fractions?

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Fraction circles or bars can visually represent equivalent fractions by showing how different fractions can cover the same area.

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How do you determine if two fractions are equivalent?

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You can cross-multiply the fractions and compare the products; if they are equal, the fractions are equivalent.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 3/4 when both the numerator and denominator are divided by 3?

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The equivalent fraction is 1/4.

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Can you give an example of two equivalent fractions?

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3/6 and 1/2 are equivalent fractions.

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What is the relationship between equivalent fractions and simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying a fraction to its lowest terms results in an equivalent fraction.