What are Equivalent Fractions?

What are Equivalent Fractions?

5th Grade · Math · 30 min

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Learning Objective

I can identify and create equivalent fractions using different methods.

  • 1

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

  • 2

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

  • 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.