Question

$\text{is the equivalent fraction of}\frac{21}{24}$,
with denominator 8.

• A. $\frac{6}{8}$
• B. $\frac{8}{8}$
• C. $\frac{7}{8}$
• D. $\frac{5}{8}$

Answer 1

The correct option is C $\frac{7}{8}$

$\text{Given, the equivalent fraction of}\frac{21}{24}is\frac{?}{8}$.
An equivalent fraction can be formed by multiplying or dividing both numerator and denominator with the same number
$\because 24÷3=8$
$\Rightarrow \frac{21÷3}{24÷3}=\frac{7}{8}$

Therefore, the equivalent fraction of $\frac{21}{24}is\frac{7}{8}.$