Fractions

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a line, like 1/2.

Front

What is the top number of a fraction called?

Back

The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

Front

What is the bottom number of a fraction called?

Back

The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

Front

What fraction of a circle is NOT shaded if 4/5 is shaded?

Back

1/5 is NOT shaded.

Front

If a rectangle is divided into 6 equal parts and 2 parts are blue, what fraction is blue?

Back

2/6 is blue.

Front

If a rectangle is shaded 1/4, how many parts are shaded if the rectangle has 4 equal parts?

Back

1 part is shaded.

Front

What does it mean if a fraction is in simplest form?

Back

A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

Front

How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

Back

You add the numerators and keep the same denominator.

Front

What is 1/2 + 1/2?

Back

1/2 + 1/2 = 2/2 = 1.

Front

What is 1/3 of a pizza if the pizza is cut into 3 equal slices?

Back

1 slice is 1/3 of the pizza.