When two fractions have the same value, but have different denominators and numerators, they are called equivalent fractions. Equivalent means they are equal. They have the same value. This fraction ...

The fraction may be simplified when the numerator and denominator have a common factor greater than one. Units are often referred to as ones. Eg, 4∙2 has 4 units and 2 tenths, or you could say 4∙2 has ...

Over the past year, since I took over the common-core math beat, I’ve been thinking a lot about fractions. As I wrote in November, the Common Core State Standards for mathematics emphasize fractions ...

Use visual fraction models to add and subtract fractions with the same denominators. Use visual fraction models to add and subtract fractions with the same denominators. Notice patterns in the ...

Say I wanted to write two-thirds (2/3) as an equivalent fraction with a denominator of 24. Equivalent fractions are fractions that represent the same quantity. We must first ask ourselves, "What do I ...