Question

use the model to complete the equivalent fraction sentence. the colored pieces show parts of the whole. \\(\frac{3}{\square}=\frac{1}{\square}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Count total equal parts

The circle has 12 equal sections.

Step2: Identify colored fraction

3 out of 12 parts are colored: $\frac{3}{12}$

Step3: Simplify the fraction

Divide numerator and denominator by their GCD (3):
$\frac{3\div3}{12\div3}=\frac{1}{4}$

Answer:

$\frac{3}{12} = \frac{1}{4}$
The first box is 12, the second box is 4.