2nd Grade Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two numbers, the numerator (top number) and the denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

Back

The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

Back

The denominator indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the fraction for one half?

Back

1/2

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What is the fraction for one third?

Back

1/3

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What is the fraction for one fourth?

Back

1/4

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How do you determine if a shape is divided into equal parts?

Back

A shape is divided into equal parts if each part is the same size and shape.

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What does it mean if a fraction is simplified?

Back

A fraction is simplified when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

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How can you find an equivalent fraction?

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You can find an equivalent fraction by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.