Unit Fraction Word Problems

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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 divided into equal parts.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

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How do you calculate the total number of items when given a unit fraction and a total quantity?

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To calculate the total number of items, divide the total quantity by the unit fraction's denominator.

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CCSS.2.OA.C.3

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If a glass of water is 1/8 of a liter, how many glasses are needed to fill a 3-liter jug?

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To find the number of glasses needed, divide 3 liters by 1/8 liter per glass, which equals 24 glasses.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

CCSS.5.NF.B.7C

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What is the process to determine how many days a supply will last when using a unit fraction daily?

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To determine how many days a supply will last, divide the total supply by the amount used per day (the unit fraction).

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

CCSS.5.NF.B.7C

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If a store sells 1/5 of a box of video games each day, how do you find out how many days it will take to sell 4 boxes?

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Divide 4 boxes by 1/5 box per day, which equals 20 days.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

CCSS.5.NF.B.7C

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How do you convert a total quantity into months when using a unit fraction monthly?

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To convert a total quantity into months, divide the total quantity by the unit fraction used each month.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the significance of the denominator in a unit fraction?

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The denominator indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into, and it determines the size of each part.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

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How can you express a total quantity in terms of unit fractions?

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A total quantity can be expressed in terms of unit fractions by determining how many unit fractions fit into the total quantity.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the relationship between unit fractions and division?

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Unit fractions represent division of a whole into equal parts, and solving problems with unit fractions often involves division.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

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How do you find the total number of bowls of mashed potatoes if each bowl uses a unit fraction of a potato?

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Divide the total number of potatoes by the unit fraction used per bowl.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.7B

CCSS.5.NF.B.7C