Benchmark Fractions

Front

What is a benchmark fraction?

Back

A benchmark fraction is a commonly used fraction that helps to compare other fractions, such as 1/2, 1/4, and 3/4.

Front

What fraction is equal to 1 whole?

Back

3/3 is equal to 1 whole.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2?

Back

4/8 is equivalent to 1/2.

Front

What fraction represents a shaded area of a circle if 5 out of 6 parts are shaded?

Back

5/6 of the circle is shaded.

Front

Is 4/6 greater than, less than, or equal to 1/2?

Back

4/6 is greater than 1/2.

Front

Is 4/8 greater than, less than, or equal to 1/2?

Back

4/8 is equal to 1/2.

Front

What is the value of 1/4 in terms of benchmark fractions?

Back

1/4 is less than 1/2.

Front

How can you determine if a fraction is greater than 1/2?

Back

If the numerator is greater than half of the denominator, the fraction is greater than 1/2.

Front

What is the relationship between 2/4 and 1/2?

Back

2/4 is equal to 1/2.

Front

What does it mean for a fraction to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole.