Equivalent Fractions & Simplest Form - Practice 4

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What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numbers may be different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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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 factor (GCF). For example, to simplify 6/8, divide both by 2 to get 3/4.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1. For example, 3/4 is in simplest form.

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What is the equivalent fraction for 1/2?

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The equivalent fractions for 1/2 include 2/4, 3/6, and 4/8.

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If 2/3 = ?/9, what is the missing numerator?

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The missing numerator is 6, so 2/3 = 6/9.

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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 is the greatest common factor (GCF) of 15 and 45?

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The GCF of 15 and 45 is 15.

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How do you find an equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number. For example, multiplying 2/3 by 2 gives 4/6.

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What is the simplest form of 15/45?

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The simplest form of 15/45 is 1/3.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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Fractions represent division. For example, 3/4 means 3 divided by 4.