Recognizing and Writing Improper Fractions

The video tutorial explains fractions by dividing shapes into equal parts and counting them. It covers the concept of fractions as parts of a whole, distinguishing between proper and improper fractions. The tutorial uses examples like pies and sandwiches to illustrate these concepts, emphasizing the importance of understanding numerators and denominators. It also demonstrates counting by thirds and converting mixed numbers into improper fractions.

What is a proper fraction?

• A fraction with a numerator of zero

• A fraction equal to one

• A fraction where the numerator is larger than the denominator

• A fraction where the numerator is smaller than the denominator

How is an improper fraction different from a proper fraction?

• The numerator is smaller than the denominator

• The numerator is equal to the denominator

• The numerator is larger than the denominator

• The denominator is always one

If a shape is divided into three equal parts, what is each part called?

• A quarter

• A fifth

• A third

• A half

In the sandwich example, how many halves are there in total after cutting both sandwiches?

• Two halves

• Three halves

• Five halves

• Four halves

What is the improper fraction form of one and a half sandwiches?

• 2/3

• 3/2

• 5/2

• 1/2