Benchmark Fractions

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a common fraction that is used as a reference point to compare other fractions. Examples include 1/2, 1/4, and 3/4.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the value of 6/12?

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Equal to 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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What is the value of 4/8?

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Equal to 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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What is the value of 1/6?

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Less than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the value of 3/3?

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Equal to 1 whole.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.4A

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What is the value of 2/6?

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Less than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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How do you determine if a fraction is less than, equal to, or greater than 1/2?

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Compare the numerator to half of the denominator. If the numerator is less than half the denominator, it is less than 1/2; if equal, it is equal to 1/2; if greater, it is greater than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the fraction equivalent to 1/2?

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Any fraction where the numerator is half of the denominator, such as 2/4, 3/6, or 4/8.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What does it mean if a fraction is equal to 1 whole?

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It means the numerator is equal to the denominator, such as 3/3 or 5/5.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is the relationship between 1/4 and 1/2?

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1/4 is less than 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D