Write two equivalent fractions for 2/6.

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Correct Answer

Two equivalent fractions for 2/6 are 1/3 and 4/12.

Step 1: By simplification (dividing numerator and denominator by 2): 2/6 ÷ 2/2 = 1/3

Step 2: By multiplication (multiplying numerator and denominator by 2): 2/ $6 \times 2$ /2 = 4/12

Exercise: Figure it Out (Section 8) | Q: 2 | (Page Page 15)

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Explanation

The chapter explains that equivalent fractions can be found by multiplying or dividing both numerator and denominator by the same number. For 2/6: dividing by 2 gives 1/3, and multiplying by 2 gives 4/12. Both represent the same quantity as 2/6.

Solution Steps

Step 1: To find equivalent fraction by simplification: 2/6 ÷ 2/2 = 1/3
Step 2: To find equivalent fraction by multiplication: 2/ $6 \times 2$ /2 = 4/12

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