Eureka Math Grade 3 Module 5 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, and it represents how many parts we have.

Front

What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

Back

The bottom number is called the denominator, and it represents how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

Front

What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

Back

Two fractions are equal if they represent the same part of a whole, like 1/2 and 2/4.

Front

How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

Back

You compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

Front

How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

Back

You can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals to compare.

Front

What is the fraction 6/6 equal to?

Back

6/6 is equal to 1.

Front

Which is greater: 5/6 or 4/6?

Back

5/6 is greater than 4/6.

Front

If 1/4 is compared to 1/10, which is greater?

Back

1/4 is greater than 1/10.

Front

Which fraction is the smallest: 1/4, 1/6, 1/8, or 1/2?

Back

1/8 is the smallest fraction.