How to Find Fractions Equivalent to 24/20
1. Choose a multiplier
Use the same non-zero number for both terms; start with 2.
2. Multiply both terms
24 × 2 = 48 and 20 × 2 = 40.
3. Verify the ratio
24 × 40 and 20 × 48 both equal 960.
What Is Equivalent to 24/20?
Direct answer
48/40, 72/60, and 96/80 are equivalent to 24/20.
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Simplified
6/5
Decimal
1.2
Percent
120%
Equivalent fractions
48/40 · 72/60 · 96/80
Equivalent Fraction Table for 24/20
Multiply the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero whole number. The written numbers change, but the ratio stays equal.
| Multiplier | Calculation | Equivalent fraction | Cross-product check |
|---|---|---|---|
| × 2 | (24 × 2) / (20 × 2) | 48/40 | 24 × 40 = 20 × 48 |
| × 3 | (24 × 3) / (20 × 3) | 72/60 | 24 × 60 = 20 × 72 |
| × 4 | (24 × 4) / (20 × 4) | 96/80 | 24 × 80 = 20 × 96 |
| × 5 | (24 × 5) / (20 × 5) | 120/100 | 24 × 100 = 20 × 120 |
| × 6 | (24 × 6) / (20 × 6) | 144/120 | 24 × 120 = 20 × 144 |
| × 7 | (24 × 7) / (20 × 7) | 168/140 | 24 × 140 = 20 × 168 |
Where 24/20 Appears
This value is greater than one whole, so it is useful for rates, recipe scaling, and measurements that exceed one unit.
Learning tip: Convert an improper fraction to a mixed number when a real-world measurement is easier to read that way.
Compare Every Form
- Fraction24/20
- Simplified fraction6/5
- Decimal1.2
- Percent120%
Frequently Asked Questions
What fraction is equivalent to 24/20?
48/40 is one equivalent fraction because both terms were multiplied by 2.
Is 24/20 already simplified?
No. Divide the terms by 4 to get 6/5.
How can I check an equivalent fraction for 24/20?
Cross-multiply. If the two cross-products are equal, the fractions represent the same value.
What are the decimal and percent forms of 24/20?
24/20 equals 1.2 as a decimal and 120% as a percentage.