Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction is a way to show a part of a whole. It is written with two numbers: one on top (numerator) and one on the bottom (denominator).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What fraction represents one whole?

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4/4 represents one whole.

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If a shape is divided into 4 equal parts and 1 part is shaded, what fraction is shaded?

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1/4 is shaded.

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If a shape is divided into 8 equal parts and 7 parts are shaded, what fraction is NOT shaded?

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1/8 is NOT shaded.

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What fraction of 12 shapes are circles if 6 are circles?

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6/12 or 1/2 of the shapes are circles.

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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You compare the numerators. The larger numerator means a larger fraction.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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You can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals to compare.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same part of a whole, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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