What fraction is equivalent to 3/4?

An equivalent fraction simply means a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numbers look different. When it comes to 3/4, you can create infinite equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing both the numerator (top number) and the denominator (bottom number) by the same non-zero number.

Examples of Equivalent Fractions to 3/4:

• Multiply numerator and denominator by 2: 3×2 / 4×2 = 6/8
• Multiply by 3: 3×3 / 4×3 = 9/12
• Multiply by 4: 12/16
• Multiply by 5: 15/20

Golden Rule for Equivalents:

If you multiply or divide both numbers by the same value, you always get an equivalent fraction.

Trick:

• If you have 3/4 of a cake, it’s the same as 6/8 or 9/12 slices.
• This helps in cooking too—if your measuring cup shows 6/8, you can safely assume you’re measuring ¾ cup.