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 14 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and 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
Practice questions for Fractions Basics
In the fraction 5/8, which number is the denominator?
Explain the difference between a proper fraction, an improper fraction and a mixed number. Give one example of each.
Quick recall flashcards
Visualizing fractions
Pizza model: Whole divided into equal slices
Bar model: Rectangle split into equal parts
Number line: Fractions between 0 and 1
Always think: Parts out of a whole
Parts of a fraction
Numerator = top number (how many parts)
Denominator = bottom number (total parts)
Fraction bar = division line
3/4 means '3 out of 4 equal parts'