Backseat Problems: Understanding Half and Whole
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How can you determine if a fraction is equal to one-half?

  • The denominator is half of the numerator
  • The denominator is double the numerator
  • The numerator is three times the denominator
  • The numerator is half of the denominator (correct)

    • In the story, why did Sarah and Charles draw an imaginary line down the center of the seat?

  • To indicate who had more space on their side (correct)
  • To see if they could fit one more person in the car
  • To make sure each had their own space
  • To separate the back seat equally

    • Which of the following fractions is more than one-half?

  • $6/8$ (correct)
  • $3/8$
  • $2/4$
  • $4/8$

    • What is a key indicator that a fraction is less than one-half?

    <p>The numerator is less than half of the denominator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fraction is equal to one-half?

    <p>$6/12$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is 2/8 less than half?

    <p>Yes, because the numerator is less than half of the denominator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you see a green line at 4¾, should it be rounded to 5 or 4?

    <p>5, because 4¾ is closer to 5 than to 4.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is 1/3 more or less than half?

    <p>Less, because the denominator is not twice the numerator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the numerators and denominators in fractions that are less than half?

    <p>The numerator is less than half of the denominator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When rounding up, what is the rule for fractions that are exactly halfway between two whole numbers?

    <p>Always round up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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