Unit Fractions

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, representing one part of a whole.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered out of the total parts indicated by the denominator.

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What is the unit fraction for the number 5?

Back

1/5

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What is the unit fraction for the number 10?

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1/10

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TRUE OR FALSE: A unit fraction can have a numerator greater than 1.

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FALSE

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How can you identify a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction can be identified by having 1 as the numerator and a positive integer as the denominator.

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What is the relationship between unit fractions and whole numbers?

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Unit fractions represent parts of a whole, and when added together, they can form whole numbers.

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If a pizza is cut into 8 equal slices, what is the unit fraction for one slice?

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1/8

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What is the sum of two unit fractions 1/4 and 1/4?

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The sum is 1/2.