What are Equivalent Fractions?

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Objective

I can identify and create equivalent fractions using different methods.

Part 1 of 4

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Part 2 of 4

Key concepts

3 concepts

  1. 1

    Equivalent fractions of ½ include 2/4, 3/6, 4/8, and 5/10.

  2. 2

    Equivalent fractions can only be made by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.

  3. 3

    To make an equivalent fraction of ¾, you can multiply both the numerator and denominator by the same factor, such as 2, 3, or 5.

Part 3 of 4

Practice

3 questions

1

Explain the rule for creating equivalent fractions. Why does this rule work?

2

Create three equivalent fractions for 2/5. Show the factor you used for each.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Create two equivalent fractions for ²⁄₅. Show the multiplication you used.

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