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等价分数是具有不同______和分母的分数，但在简化时代表相同值。
等价分数是具有不同______和分母的分数，但在简化时代表相同值。
分子
等价分______是通过将初始分______的分子和分母都乘以或除以相同______字而形成的。
等价分______是通过将初始分______的分子和分母都乘以或除以相同______字而形成的。
数
在数学中，找到等价分数涉及将一个分数转换为另一个分数，分子和分母不同但保持______。
在数学中，找到等价分数涉及将一个分数转换为另一个分数，分子和分母不同但保持______。
相同值
创建等价分数的过程基于保持分子和分母的相对大小的原则，而不考虑它们的实际数值。
创建等价分数的过程基于保持分子和分母的相对大小的原则，而不考虑它们的实际数值。
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通过乘以或除以相同数字来创建等价分数，允许我们获得不同的分子和分母组合，同时保持______。
通过乘以或除以相同数字来创建等价分数，允许我们获得不同的分子和分母组合，同时保持______。
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通过将分子和分母都除以一个公因数，将导致一个等价分数。例如，(1 x 2) / (2 x 4) = 1/8。
通过将分子和分母都除以一个公因数，将导致一个等价分数。例如，(1 x 2) / (2 x 4) = 1/8。
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Study Notes
Equivalent Fractions
Equivalent fractions are fractions that have different numerators and denominators but represent the same value when simplified. They are formed by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator of the initial fraction by the same number. In mathematics, finding equivalent fractions involves converting a single fraction into another fraction with a different numerator and denominator while maintaining the same value.
Concept
The process of creating equivalent fractions is based on the principle of preserving the relative size of the numerator and denominator, regardless of their actual numerical values. This preserves the proportion represented by the fraction.
For example, if we have the fraction 1/2, we can create equivalent fractions by multiplying both the numerator and denominator by another number. Thus, we can create (1 x 1) / (2 x 1) = 1/2 or (1 x 2) / (2 x 2) = 2/4. Both these fractions represent the same value as 1/2 when simplified. Similarly, dividing both the numerator and denominator by a common factor will result in an equivalent fraction. For instance, (1 x 2) / (2 x 4) = 1/8.
Multiplying and dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same number allows us to obtain different combinations of numerators and denominators while maintaining the same value. This flexibility makes it easier to compare and manipulate fractions.
Examples
Here are some examples of equivalent fractions:
| Original Fraction | Equivalent Fraction |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | 2/4 |
| 1/3 | 3/9 |
| 2/5 | 10/20 |
| 7/12 | 49/108 |
In each case, multiplying the numerator and denominator by the same number results in equivalent fractions.
Application
Equivalent fractions play a crucial role in various mathematical operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. By understanding equivalent fractions and their relationships, students can develop a deeper comprehension of fractions and perform complex calculations more effectively.
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Description
Understand the concept of equivalent fractions, which are fractions that have different numerators and denominators but represent the same value. Learn how to create equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number. Explore examples and applications of equivalent fractions in mathematical operations.
