Unit Fractions

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, such as \( \frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{4} \), etc.

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Identify the unit fraction for the denominator 5.

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The unit fraction for the denominator 5 is \( \frac{1}{5} \).

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Identify the unit fraction for the denominator 3.

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The unit fraction for the denominator 3 is \( \frac{1}{3} \).

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What does it mean for a shape to be broken into equal parts?

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A shape is broken into equal parts when it is divided into sections that are all the same size.

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How can you determine if a shape is divided into equal parts?

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You can determine if a shape is divided into equal parts by comparing the sizes of the sections; if they are all the same size, then it is divided into equal parts.

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What is the significance of unit fractions in understanding fractions?

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Unit fractions are fundamental in understanding fractions because they represent a single part of a whole and serve as building blocks for all other fractions.

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Can a shape be divided into equal parts if the sections are not the same size?

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No, if the sections are not the same size, the shape is not divided into equal parts.

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What is an example of a unit fraction?

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An example of a unit fraction is \( \frac{1}{4} \).

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If a shape is divided into 6 equal parts, what is the unit fraction represented by one part?

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The unit fraction represented by one part is \( \frac{1}{6} \).

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What is the relationship between unit fractions and whole numbers?

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Unit fractions represent a part of a whole number, and multiple unit fractions can be added together to form a whole.