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 has two numbers: the top number (numerator) shows how many parts we have, and the bottom number (denominator) shows how many 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 is the top number in a fraction. It tells 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 tells how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is 1/2 as a fraction?

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1/2 means one part out of two equal parts.

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What is 3/4 as a fraction?

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3/4 means three parts out of four equal parts.

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If you have 2/5 of a pizza, how many parts are shaded?

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2 out of 5 parts of the pizza are shaded.

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What fraction is represented by 4 shaded parts out of 8?

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4/8, which can be simplified to 1/2.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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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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What is the fraction for a whole?

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The fraction for a whole is 1, which means all parts are included.