Identify Fractions Flashcard

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and represents 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 of a fraction and represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or part of a whole.

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How do you find an equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is a shaded fraction?

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A shaded fraction shows the part of a shape that is colored or filled in.

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What is an unshaded fraction?

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An unshaded fraction shows the part of a shape that is not colored or filled in.

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If a circle is divided into 3 equal parts and 1 part is colored, what fraction is colored?

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1/3

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If a rectangle is divided into 4 equal parts and 3 parts are colored, what fraction is NOT colored?

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1/4

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What is the fraction of a shape that is colored if 2 out of 6 parts are colored?

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2/6