Why is 3 over 8 not equvalent to 4 over 9?

Anonymous

∙ 12y ago

Updated: 8/20/2019

There is no rule in algebra that says "If equals are added to the numerator and denominator,

then the value of the fraction is unchanged."

If it worked, then 0/2 would be equal to 1/3 , which is patently ridiculous.

So you're left with no good reason to expect them to be equivalent.

Wiki User

∙ 12y ago

What else can I help you with?

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cause 8/12 can be divided by 4 on both sides and it can be reduced to 2/3

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