Understanding Fractions for Grade 5

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Fraction definition

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Numerator meaning

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top number in a fraction; shows how many parts are taken

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Denominator meaning

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bottom number in a fraction; shows total equal parts

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Example of equivalent fractions

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latex="\frac{1}{2} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{4}{8}">

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latex="\frac{3}{4}">

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latex="\frac{5}{7}">

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latex="\frac{3}{9} = \frac{1}{3}">

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latex="\frac{1}{4} + \frac{2}{4} = \frac{3}{4}">

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Word problem: Half a pizza and a quarter pizza eaten

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latex="\frac{1}{2} + \frac{1}{4} = \frac{3}{4}"> pizza eaten

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latex="\frac{3}{5} + \frac{1}{5} = \frac{4}{5}"> of the bag accounted for