3rd-Grade Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is 1/2 equivalent to?

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1/2 is equivalent to 2/4 and 3/6.

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What fraction is represented by 3 shaded parts out of 4 equal parts?

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The fraction is 3/4.

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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 of the shape is shaded.

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How many halves make a whole?

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2 halves make a whole.

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How many thirds make a whole?

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3 thirds make a whole.

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