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 an equivalent fraction?

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

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What is the equivalent fraction of 2/6?

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1/3 is the equivalent fraction of 2/6.

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Which fractions are equivalent to 5/6?

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10/12 and 15/18 are examples of equivalent fractions to 5/6.

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What fraction represents a whole?

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A fraction that represents a whole is one where the numerator is equal to the denominator, such as 3/3.

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If a rectangle is divided into 3 equal parts and 1 part is shaded, what fraction of the rectangle is shaded?

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1/3 of the rectangle is shaded.

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What is the relationship between 2/12 and 1/6?

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2/12 is equivalent to 1/6 because both fractions represent the same value.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the GCD of 8 and 12?

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The GCD of 8 and 12 is 4.

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What is the process of converting a fraction to an equivalent fraction with a different denominator called?

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This process is called finding a common denominator.