Fractions -3rd Grade

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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 is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that shows how many parts we have.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does the fraction 1/2 represent?

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1/2 represents one part out of two equal parts of a whole.

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1, like 1/3 or 1/4.

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How do you identify a fraction on a number line?

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To identify a fraction on a number line, find the point that divides the line into equal parts according to the denominator.

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What is the fraction for three out of four equal parts?

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The fraction is 3/4.

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What does the fraction 2/4 simplify to?

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2/4 simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the fraction for one out of six equal parts?

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The fraction is 1/6.

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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.