To convert the fraction 2/3 into a fraction with a denominator of 9, we need to find an equivalent fraction. The key is to determine what we need to multiply the denominator by in order to get 9.
Since we currently have a denominator of 3, we can multiply both the numerator and the denominator by 3 because 3 x 3 = 9.
So, here’s how it works:
- Multiply the numerator: 2 x 3 = 6
- Multiply the denominator: 3 x 3 = 9
This gives us:
2/3 = 6/9
Therefore, 2/3 written as a fraction with a denominator of 9 is 6/9.