Chapter 4.3, Problem 12E

To determine

To find two equivalent fractions of a given fraction.

Answer to Problem 12E

  $\frac{12}{24}$ and $\frac{18}{36}$

Explanation of Solution

Given Information: $\frac{6}{12}$

Formula used: Multiply or divide numerator and denominator as required.

Calculation:

Multiply & Divide the numerator & denominator by 2.

  $\frac{6}{12}\times \frac{2}{2}=\frac{12}{24}$

Multiply & Divide the numerator & denominator by 3.

  $\frac{6}{12}\times \frac{3}{3}=\frac{18}{36}$

Hence $\frac{12}{24}$ and $\frac{18}{36}$ are equivalent fractions to $\frac{6}{12}$ .