Equivalent Fractions for 4th Grade
Two fractions are equivalent when they name the same amount, which happens whenever you multiply or divide both numerator and denominator by the same number. The area models below show why the value does not change, with practice problems and a full answer key.
Type the problems from this lesson and check each step.
DETAILED EXPLANATION
Equivalent fractions represent the same amount (e.g., 1/2 = 2/4 = 3/6). Multiply or divide the numerator and denominator by the same number to find equivalent fractions.
WORKED EXAMPLES WITH STEP BY STEP SOLUTIONS
Example 1
Find a fraction equivalent to 2/3 with denominator 12.
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Solutions:
Step 1: Apply the concept from the lesson above.
Step 2: Carry out the operation or reasoning.
Answer: 2/3 = 8/12 (multiply numerator and denominator by 4).
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