Type the missing number that makes these fractions equal:

6
8
=
3

To find the missing number that makes the fractions equal, you need to determine the value of the numerator for the second fraction that would make the fractions equivalent.

Given:
\[
\frac{6}{8} = \frac{3}{x}
\]

To find \( x \), you can cross-multiply:

\[
6 \times x = 8 \times 3
\]

\[
6x = 24
\]

Now, divide both sides by 6:

\[
x = \frac{24}{6} = 4
\]

So, the missing number is **4**.

Would you like further explanation or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions:
1. How do you solve proportions using cross-multiplication?
2. What is the simplest form of the fraction \( \frac{6}{8} \)?
3. How can you verify if two fractions are equivalent?
4. What happens when you multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number?
5. How can equivalent fractions be used in solving word problems?

**Tip:** Always reduce fractions to their simplest form to make comparisons easier!

Discover how to find the missing number that makes the fractions 6/8 and 3/x equal. Learn the method of cross-multiplication to solve proportions and ensure equivalent fractions. Suitable for Grades 6-8 students.

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