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What is the term used to describe two equal parts of a whole?
What is the term used to describe two equal parts of a whole?
When a whole is divided into four equal parts, what is each part called?
When a whole is divided into four equal parts, what is each part called?
If a cake is decorated unevenly among three friends, what fraction represents the amount decorated by one friend if it should have been equal?
If a cake is decorated unevenly among three friends, what fraction represents the amount decorated by one friend if it should have been equal?
How do we represent two equal parts taken from a whole?
How do we represent two equal parts taken from a whole?
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Which of the following fractions represents three parts out of four equal parts?
Which of the following fractions represents three parts out of four equal parts?
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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?
What does the numerator in a fraction represent?
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How is the fraction 2/3 read aloud?
How is the fraction 2/3 read aloud?
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Which of the following correctly describes a unit fraction?
Which of the following correctly describes a unit fraction?
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What fraction represents 3 out of 5 apples being red?
What fraction represents 3 out of 5 apples being red?
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If a whole is divided into 8 equal parts and 3 parts are shaded, what fraction of the whole is shaded?
If a whole is divided into 8 equal parts and 3 parts are shaded, what fraction of the whole is shaded?
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Study Notes
Fractions
- Fractions represent parts of a whole or a group.
- Examples include half of a chapatti, a quarter of a glass of milk, and three-fourths of a glass of water.
- Fractions name equal parts.
- Fractions are used to show the part of a whole or the part of a group that is being considered.
Understanding Fractions
- Fractions are used to describe parts of an entire object, such as a pizza, or a group, such as a bunch of bananas.
- A fraction identifies the portion of a whole pizza or a specific number in a group of items that are taken, used, or considered.
Types of Fractions
- Halves: Two equal parts of a whole.
- Thirds: Three equal parts of a whole.
- Fourths: Four equal parts of a whole. (Also known as quarters)
Writing Fractions
- Fractions are written using two numbers: a numerator and a denominator.
- The numerator shows the number of parts being considered.
- The denominator shows the total number of equal parts in the whole or the group.
Example
- One-fourth is written as 1/4.
- This means one part out of four equal parts.
- Two-fourths is written as 2/4.
- This means two parts out of four equal parts.
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This quiz explores the concept of fractions, including how they represent parts of a whole or a group. It covers different types of fractions, such as halves, thirds, and fourths, as well as the proper way to write them. Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of fractions and their applications.
