Identifying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction is a way to show a part of a whole. It has a top number (numerator) and a bottom number (denominator).

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What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is one half?

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One half is a fraction that means one part out of two equal parts. It is written as 1/2.

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What is one third?

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One third is a fraction that means one part out of three equal parts. It is written as 1/3.

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What is one fourth?

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One fourth is a fraction that means one part out of four equal parts. It is written as 1/4.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, like 5/4.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, like 3/4.

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How do you identify fourths in shapes?

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A shape shows fourths if it is divided into 4 equal parts.

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What fraction is represented by the letter C in a diagram?

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C represents 2/6 in the diagram.