Question

draw an area model or use fraction strips to solve the problem.
\\(\frac{1}{2} = \frac{?}{8}\\)
\\(\frac{1}{2} = \frac{\square}{8}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Recall fraction equivalence

To find the missing numerator, we use the property of equivalent fractions. If we multiply the denominator of \(\frac{1}{2}\) (which is 2) by 4 to get 8, we must also multiply the numerator by 4.

Step2: Calculate the numerator

Multiply the numerator 1 by 4: \(1\times4 = 4\). So \(\frac{1}{2}=\frac{4}{8}\).

Answer:

4