Benchmark Fractions

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a simple fraction that is used as a reference point to compare other fractions. Common benchmark fractions include 0, 1/2, and 1.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What fraction is closest to 0?

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Fractions that are very small, such as 1/10 or 1/100, are closest to 0.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What fraction is closest to 1 whole?

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Fractions that are very close to 1, such as 9/10 or 5/6, are closest to 1 whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What fraction is closest to 1/2?

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Fractions like 1/3 or 2/5 are often considered close to 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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How do you determine if a fraction is closer to 0, 1/2, or 1?

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You can compare the fraction to the benchmark fractions by converting it to a decimal or by visualizing it on a number line.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/2 is 0.5.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/6?

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The decimal equivalent of 5/6 is approximately 0.833.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 2/4 is 0.5.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/10 is 0.1.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/10 is 0.3.