Parts of a Whole, Equivalent and Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or part of a whole.

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Which fraction is equivalent to 1/2?

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2/4 and 3/6 are equivalent to 1/2.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is the fraction of a pizza that has NOT been eaten if 1/4 is eaten?

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3/4 of the pizza has NOT been eaten.

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Which is greater: 3/6 or 1/2?

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They are equivalent; 3/6 = 1/2.

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What is the simplest form of the fraction 4/8?

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The simplest form of 4/8 is 1/2.

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If you have 2/3 of a cake and eat 1/3, how much is left?

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You have 1/3 of the cake left.