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Equivalent fractions and comparing fractions

Explore equivalent fractions and comparing fractions with an example and your own answers.

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Original Kidemy foundation practice · Read the example, write your answers, then check. This starter is shared across class versions; it is not a complete board-specific lesson or course.

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Equivalent fractions name the same amount. Multiply numerator and denominator by the same nonzero number. Compare equal-sized wholes.

Worked example

One half equals two quarters: 1/2 = 2/4.

  1. Read the example and explain which rule or evidence it uses.
  2. Try each task yourself, then compare the answer and its reason.

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Show your working on paper. Check your answer, then choose Next.

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3

Multiply top and bottom by three.

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3/4

The denominator is the same, so compare numerators.

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1/3

Divide numerator and denominator by two.

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Apply the idea in a new situation and explain your method. Open writing needs a guardian or teacher to review it.

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8

Multiply numerator and denominator by four.

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5/8

Five equal eighths are more than three equal eighths.

Write in your own words. A guardian or teacher should review this response.

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The fractions are the same but the whole cakes differ in size, so their half-pieces may differ.

Name the size of the whole, not just the denominator.

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