5th Grade · Number & Operations—Fractions
Equivalent Fractions
5.NF.A.1
Definition
Different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.
Examples
- 1/2 = 2/4, found by multiplying top and bottom by 2.
- 2/3 = 4/6, found by multiplying top and bottom by 2.
Key rule
Multiply or divide the top and bottom by the same number.
Memory hook
Same value, different-looking fraction.