Mathematics Form 1

Chapter 3.2 Equivalent

Fractions
By Kelvin

3.6 How to equivalent

fractions
Equivalent fractions are fractions that
represent the same value with
different numerator and denominator.
Example: Find 3 equivalent fractions
for 3/5.
Solution
3/5 = 3/5 x 2/2 = 6/10
=3/5 x 3/3 = 9/15
=3/5 x 4/4 = 12/20

3.6 How to equivalent

fractions
3/5 = 6/10 = 9/15 = 12/20
Answer:
3 equivalent fractions 3/5
are 6/10, 9/15, 12/20.

3.7 Determine whether two given

fractions are equivalent
Step of determine whether two given fractions are
equivalent.
1. Change both fractions into same denominator.
2. Compare the numerator whether they are same.
3. If the numerator are the same, they are
equivalent.
4. If the numerator are the different , they are not
equivalent.

3.8 Use the LCM method to find

common denominator.
Are you remember LCM method?
Example: find the common
denominator of
2/3 and 3/4
The LCM of 3 and 4 is 3x4 = 12.
3
4
2x4=8
4 1
4
3x3=9
1
1

3.9 Compare the value of two

fractions
Step of compare the value of two
fractions.
1. Change both into equivalent
fractions of the same denominator.
2. Compare the numerators to
determine the fraction that is
greater or smaller.

Exercise 3.6 - 3.8

1. Complete the following equivalent
fractions.
2 _ ( ) _ ( ) _ 8
3
6
9
( )
2. Determine if they are equivalent.
a) 5/12 and 3/8
b) 12/13 and 2/3
3. Determine the bigger fractions.
a) 5/6 and
b) 6/11 and 17/19

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