Exploring Halves, Thirds, and Fourths

This video tutorial is part two of a lesson on fractions. It covers how to write and read fractions, focusing on the concepts of numerator and denominator. The teacher explains that the numerator represents the number of shaded parts, while the denominator indicates the total number of equal parts. Several examples are provided to illustrate how to write fractions based on shaded parts of shapes. The video also emphasizes the correct way to read fractions using terms like halves, thirds, and fourths. Finally, it demonstrates how to shade parts of a shape to visually represent a given fraction.

What is the top number of a fraction called?

• Denominator

• Numerator

• Divider

• Fractionator

What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

• Number of equal parts

• Total parts in the whole

• Total parts shaded

• Number of unequal parts

If a shape is divided into 4 equal parts and 1 part is shaded, what fraction does it represent?

• 3/4

• 1/2

• 1/4

• 2/4

What fraction is represented by shading 2 out of 3 equal parts of a shape?

• 3/2

• 2/4

• 2/3

• 1/3

If a shape is divided into 4 parts and all are shaded, what fraction does it represent?

• 2/4

• 1/4

• 4/4

• 3/4

How do you read a fraction with a denominator of 2?

• Halves

• Twoths

• Seconds

• Doubles

How is a fraction with a numerator of 3 and a denominator of 4 read?

• Three fourths

• Three halves

• Three quarters

• Four thirds

What term is used to read a fraction with a denominator of 3?

• Thirds

• Threes

• Ternaries

• Trios

To show a fraction of 2/4 on a shape, how many parts should be shaded?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What fraction is represented by shading one out of three parts?

• 3/3

• 2/3

• 1/3

• 1/2