Fractions as Equal Parts

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction is a way to show a part of a whole.

Front

What does it mean for parts to be equal?

Back

Equal parts are pieces that are the same size.

Front

How many equal parts are in a half?

Back

2 equal parts.

Front

What shape can be divided into fourths?

Back

A square can be divided into fourths.

Front

If a shape is cut into thirds, how many parts do we have?

Back

3 equal parts.

Front

What is the term for cutting something into two equal parts?

Back

Halves.

Front

What is the term for cutting something into four equal parts?

Back

Fourths.

Front

What is the term for cutting something into three equal parts?

Back

Thirds.

Front

Can a circle be divided into equal parts?

Back

Yes, a circle can be divided into equal parts.

Front

If a shape has 8 equal parts, what fraction does each part represent?

Back

Each part represents 1/8.