Question

3 1/2 as an equivalent fraction with a denominator equal to 12

Answer 1

42/12

Explanation:

3 1/2 in improper fraction form is 7/2. We can see the denominator in the equivalent fraction is 12. In order for that to happen, the common factor that must have been multiplied is 6. So the numerator of the equivalent fraction should be 42 because:

7 42

___ = ____

2 12

42/12

Answer 2

The answer is
`(42)/(12)`

First, you must simplify both sides if the equation.

`(7)/(2)=(x)/(12)`

Then, multiply both sides by 12

`42=x`

`x=42`

Finally, substitute in 42 for x

`3(1)/(2)=(42)/(12)`