Understanding Fractions

Front

What is the number on the bottom of a fraction called?

Back

Denominator

Front

What is the number on the top of a fraction called?

Back

Numerator

Front

Which shape represents one fourth?

Back

Shape C

Front

What fraction of the circle is shaded if 1 out of 5 parts is colored?

Back

1/5

Front

What does one-half look like in a fraction?

Back

1/2

Front

If you have 3 out of 4 pieces of pizza, what fraction do you have?

Back

3/4

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A way to represent a part of a whole.

Front

How do you write one-third as a fraction?

Back

1/3

Front

If a shape is divided into 8 equal parts and 3 are shaded, what fraction is shaded?

Back

3/8

Front

What does it mean if a fraction is in simplest form?

Back

It cannot be reduced any further.