Fractions

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

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

Front

What does the top number in a fraction represent?

Back

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

Front

What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

Back

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

Front

What is 1/2 of 10?

Back

5

Front

What is 3/4 of a pizza if the pizza is cut into 4 equal slices?

Back

3 slices are taken.

Front

If you have 8 apples and you eat 1/4 of them, how many apples do you have left?

Back

You have 6 apples left.

Front

What fraction is represented by 2 out of 5 parts?

Back

2/5

Front

If a shape is divided into 8 equal parts and 3 parts are shaded, what fraction is shaded?

Back

3/8

Front

What is the fraction for 5 out of 10?

Back

5/10 or 1/2 when simplified.

Front

If you have 12 candies and give away 1/3 of them, how many candies do you have left?

Back

You have 8 candies left.