Concepts of Fractions

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction is a way to show a part of a whole. It has two numbers: the top number (numerator) and the bottom number (denominator).

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What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

Back

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

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What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

Back

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

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Is 1/2 equal to 2/4?

Back

Yes, 1/2 is equal to 2/4 because they represent the same amount.

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Is 3/4 equal to 1/2?

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No, 3/4 is not equal to 1/2. 3/4 is more than 1/2.

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What does it mean if a shape is divided equally?

Back

It means that all parts of the shape are the same size.

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If a pizza is cut into 4 equal slices and you eat 1 slice, what fraction of the pizza is left?

Back

3/4 of the pizza is left.

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If you have 2 out of 5 apples, what fraction do you have?

Back

You have 2/5 of the apples.

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What is an example of a fraction that is not equal?

Back

1/3 is not equal to 1/2.

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How can you tell if two fractions are equal?

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You can compare them by finding a common denominator or by cross-multiplying.