This deep dive covers Method: Finding Equivalent Fractions within Fractions Basics for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Fractions Basics in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 4 of 13 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 4 of 13
Practice
12 questions
Recall
22 flashcards
Method: Finding Equivalent Fractions
1
Multiply OR divide both numerator and denominator by the same number
2
The value stays the same: 1/2 = 2/4 = 3/6 = 4/8
3
To find a specific denominator: What × old denominator = new denominator?
4
Multiply numerator by the same number