What is a equivalent fractions?

Equivalent fractions are fractions that name the same value even though their numerators and denominators differ. You make them by multiplying or dividing the top and bottom by the same number, so 1/2, 2/4 and 3/6 are all equivalent.

Examples

• 1/2 = 2/4 = 4/8.
• 2/3 = 6/9 (multiply top and bottom by 3).
• 10/20 simplifies to 1/2.

Quick facts

• Multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number keeps the value the same.
• Simplifying a fraction means finding its simplest equivalent form.