Practice: Fraction Equivalence

Grade 4 Mathematics | Independent Practice

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Part A: Find Equivalent Fractions

Directions: Fill in the missing numerator or denominator to make equivalent fractions. Show your multiplication.

1.

14 = 8

2.

23 = 12

3.

35 = 9

4.

56 = 18

Part B: Simplify to Lowest Terms

Directions: Write each fraction in simplest form. Divide both numerator and denominator by their common factor.

5.

48 =

6.

69 =

7.

1012 =

8.

915 =

Part C: Compare Fractions

Directions: Compare each pair of fractions. Write <, >, or = in the box. Use benchmark fractions or find common denominators.

9.

34 58

10.

25 410

11.

712 12

12.

23 34

Part D: Order Fractions on a Number Line

Directions: Plot the fractions on the number line. Then list them in order from least to greatest.

13. Plot and order: 1/2, 3/4, 1/4, 5/8

0 1/4 1/2 3/4 1

Order (least to greatest): _______ , _______ , _______ , _______

14. Plot and order: 2/3, 1/6, 5/6, 1/2

0 1/2 1

Order (least to greatest): _______ , _______ , _______ , _______

Challenge: Think About It!

15. Maya says that 4/6 and 6/9 are equivalent fractions. Is she correct? Explain how you know.

16. Write THREE different fractions that are equivalent to 1/2:

12 = = =