Lesson 3 - Equivalent Fractions

  


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Equivalent fractions are fractions that name the same amount (they are equal).   The fractions of the coin called, Pieces of Eight below have the same amount shaded.
  

1/2 piece of eight2/4 piece of eight4/8 piece of eight
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(Click here to find out more about Pieces of Eight)
  

One method to find equivalent 
factions is to multiply or divide the numerator and denominator 
by the same number--never zero.

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     Another method to test for
    equivalent fractions is to
    multiply in an "X" manner. 
    I call it, King Tut math.

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Extension Activities - Equivalent Fractions

  

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