Equivalent Fractions Word Problems Review

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What are equivalent fractions?

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Fractions that represent the same value or proportion, even though they have different numerators and denominators. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, you can multiply or divide the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same non-zero number. For example, multiplying 1/3 by 2/2 gives you 2/6.

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What is the importance of equivalent fractions in word problems?

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Equivalent fractions help in comparing, adding, or subtracting fractions in word problems, making it easier to solve them.

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If 1/4 is equivalent to what fraction?

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2/8 is equivalent to 1/4.

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How can you check if two fractions are equivalent?

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You can cross-multiply the fractions. If the cross-products are equal, the fractions are equivalent.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to compare or add fractions.

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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To convert fractions to have a common denominator, find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators and adjust the numerators accordingly.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share. For example, the LCM of 4 and 6 is 12.

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If you have 3/6 and 1/2, are they equivalent?

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

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What is the process of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions involves dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF) to reduce the fraction to its simplest form.