Fractions as Equal Parts

Front

What are halves?

Back

Halves are two equal parts of a whole.

Front

What are fourths?

Back

Four equal parts of a whole are called fourths.

Front

What does it mean for parts to be equal?

Back

Equal parts mean that each part is the same size.

Front

If a shape is divided into 3 equal parts, what are those parts called?

Back

Those parts are called thirds.

Front

How many pieces are in a whole if it is cut into fourths?

Back

There are four pieces in a whole when cut into fourths.

Front

What is an example of a shape divided into halves?

Back

A rectangle cut down the middle is an example of halves.

Front

Can a shape have unequal parts?

Back

Yes, a shape can have unequal parts.

Front

What do we call a shape that is divided into 2 equal parts?

Back

We call it divided into halves.

Front

If a ribbon is cut into 4 equal pieces, how many pieces do we have?

Back

We have four pieces.

Front

What is the term for dividing something into 3 equal parts?

Back

The term is thirds.