Question

Which is the equivalent fraction of $\frac{12}{18}$?

• A. 1/3
• B. 2/3
• C. 4/3
• D. 6/3

Answer 1

The correct option is B

2/3

'2' is common in both the numerator and denominator of $\frac{12}{18}$.
Dividing both numerator and denominator by 2 gives $\frac{6}{9}$.
Therefore, $\frac{12}{18}$ = $\frac{6}{9}$
Now, dividing the numerator and denominator of $\frac{6}{9}$ by 3 gives $\frac{2}{3}$.

Therefore $\frac{12}{18}$ = $\frac{6}{9}$ = $\frac{2}{3}$