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Online Equivalent Fractions Calculator

Online Equivalent Fractions Calculator

Calculate equivalent fractions easily by scaling or simplifying fractions using exact integer arithmetic. Perfect for comparison, recipe adjustments, algebra, and math practice.

Equivalent fractions
1/5 2/10 3/15 4/20 5/25 6/30 7/35 8/40 9/45
10/50 11/55 12/60 13/65 14/70 15/75 16/80 17/85 18/90
19/95 20/100 21/105 22/110 23/115 24/120 25/125 26/130 27/135
28/140 29/145 30/150 31/155 32/160 33/165 34/170 35/175 36/180
37/185 38/190 39/195 40/200 41/205 42/210 43/215 44/220 45/225
46/230 47/235 48/240 49/245 50/250 51/255 52/260 53/265 54/270
55/275 56/280 57/285 58/290 59/295 60/300 61/305 62/310 63/315
64/320 65/325 66/330 67/335 68/340 69/345 70/350 71/355 72/360

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What Is This Tool?

This calculator generates fractions equivalent to a given fraction by either multiplying or dividing both numerator and denominator by the same non-zero integer. It can also simplify fractions by dividing both parts by their greatest common divisor (GCD), ensuring precise and accurate fraction representation.

How to Use This Tool?

  • Enter the numerator (a) and denominator (b) of your original fraction
  • Choose a non-zero integer scaling factor (k) to find equivalent fractions by multiplication
  • Alternatively, use the simplification option which divides both numerator and denominator by the GCD
  • Click the calculate button to see the equivalent fraction output
  • Review the results and use them for comparisons, scaling, or educational purposes

Key Features

  • Calculates equivalent fractions by scaling numerator and denominator with a non-zero integer factor
  • Simplifies fractions to lowest terms using the greatest common divisor (GCD)
  • Accurate results using exact integer arithmetic without rounding errors
  • Supports numeric fractions only, ensuring precise value conversions
  • Easy to use in browsers for quick mathematical calculations

Examples

  • Find equivalent fractions of 3/5 by multiplying both numerator and denominator by 2 to get 6/10
  • Multiply 3/5 by 3 to produce another equivalent fraction 9/15
  • Simplify 12/20 by dividing numerator and denominator by their GCD, 4, resulting in 3/5

Common Use Cases

  • Comparing fractions to determine size equivalences
  • Converting and scaling recipe quantities accurately
  • Solving algebraic equations that involve fractional values
  • Teaching and learning fractional relationships in classrooms
  • Adjusting ratios and proportions in various math problems

Tips & Best Practices

  • Always input whole numbers as numerator and denominator for accurate results
  • Use the simplification function to reduce fractions for easier comparison
  • Select a non-zero integer scaling factor to generate valid equivalent fractions
  • Double check your inputs to avoid division by zero or invalid fractions
  • Use this tool for numeric fractions only; algebraic expressions are not supported

Limitations

  • This calculator only supports numeric fractions and does not process algebraic or symbolic variables
  • It does not handle expressions or fractions involving variables or unknowns
  • Input values must be integers; decimal or fractional input is not supported
  • Scaling factor must be a non-zero integer to ensure valid equivalences

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find equivalent fractions using this tool?
Enter the original fraction values for numerator and denominator, then choose a non-zero integer scaling factor or use the simplification feature to calculate an equivalent fraction.

Can I use this calculator for algebraic expressions?
No, this tool supports only numeric fractions and does not process algebraic expressions or symbolic variables.

What is the role of the greatest common divisor (GCD) in this calculator?
The GCD is used to simplify fractions by dividing numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor to represent the fraction in its lowest terms.

Is rounding involved in the calculations?
No, the tool uses exact integer arithmetic, avoiding any rounding to provide precise results.

Key Terminology

Numerator (a)
The top number of a fraction representing the number of parts considered.
Denominator (b)
The bottom number of a fraction indicating the total number of equal parts.
Scaling factor (k)
A non-zero integer used to multiply both numerator and denominator to find equivalent fractions.
Greatest common divisor (gcd)
The largest integer that exactly divides both numerator and denominator, used to simplify fractions.

Quick Knowledge Check

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