Naming Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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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 denominator in a fraction represent?

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

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What is the term for a fraction with a denominator of 2?

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The term is 'halves'.

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What is the term for a fraction with a denominator of 3?

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The term is 'thirds'.

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What is the term for a fraction with a denominator of 4?

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The term is 'fourths' or 'quarters'.

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What is the term for a fraction with a denominator of 5?

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The term is 'fifths'.

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What is the term for a fraction with a denominator of 8?

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The term is 'eighths'.

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How can you identify if a shape is divided into equal parts?

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

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What is the importance of understanding fractions in real-life applications?

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Understanding fractions is important for tasks such as cooking, measuring, and dividing resources.