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Equivalent Fraction

Grades 2–5

Definition

Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value. You can create them by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same number.

Cutting a pizza into 4 slices and taking 2 gives you the same amount as cutting it into 2 slices and taking 1. Both equal half the pizza.

Examples

  • 1/2 = 2/4 = 3/6 (all the same amount).
  • 2/3 = 4/6 = 6/9.
  • 3/5 = 6/10.

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