Benchmark fractions

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a simple fraction that is used as a reference point to compare other fractions. Common benchmark fractions include 0, 1/2, and 1.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does it mean if a fraction is 'less' than half?

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If a fraction is 'less' than half, it means that the value of the fraction is smaller than 1/2. For example, 1/3 is less than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does it mean if a fraction is 'more' than half?

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If a fraction is 'more' than half, it means that the value of the fraction is greater than 1/2. For example, 3/4 is more than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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What does it mean if a fraction is 'equal' to half?

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If a fraction is 'equal' to half, it means that the value of the fraction is exactly 1/2. For example, 2/4 is equal to 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How can you determine if a fraction is less than, more than, or equal to half?

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You can determine this by comparing the numerator and denominator of the fraction to those of 1/2. If the fraction's value is less than 1/2, it is 'less'; if it is greater, it is 'more'; if it is the same, it is 'equal'.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the fraction 1/4 compared to half?

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1/4 is less than half (1/2).

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What is the fraction 3/5 compared to half?

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3/5 is more than half (1/2).

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the fraction 2/4 compared to half?

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2/4 is equal to half (1/2).

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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What is the fraction 5/8 compared to half?

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5/8 is more than half (1/2).

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the fraction 1/3 compared to half?

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1/3 is less than half (1/2).