Equivalent Fractions/Comparing Fractions

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same part of a whole as another fraction, even though the numbers in the fractions are different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, you can find a common denominator or convert them to equivalent fractions with the same denominator.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 3/6?

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6/12 is an equivalent fraction of 3/6.

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Which fraction is NOT equivalent to 1/2?

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2/3 is NOT equivalent to 1/2.

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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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If two fractions are equivalent, it means they represent the same value or amount, even if they look different.

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How can you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 3/4?

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6/8 is an equivalent fraction of 3/4.

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Are 1/3 and 2/6 equivalent?

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Yes, 1/3 and 2/6 are equivalent fractions.

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What is the first step to compare 1/2 and 4/9?

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The first step is to find a common denominator or convert them to equivalent fractions.

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If two fractions have the same numerator, how do you compare them?

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If two fractions have the same numerator, the fraction with the smaller denominator is the larger fraction.

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