Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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

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What is an example of a fraction?

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1/4 is an example of a fraction, meaning one part out of four equal parts.

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How do you find a fraction of a shape that is not shaded?

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To find the fraction that is not shaded, count the unshaded parts and divide by the total number of parts.

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If a shape is divided into 10 equal parts and 3 are shaded, what fraction is shaded?

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The fraction shaded is 3/10.

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If Kiki has 7 bows and 3 are dotted, what fraction of her bows are dotted?

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The fraction of Kiki's bows that are dotted is 3/7.

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What is the fractional unit of a piece if a whole is divided into 7 equal parts?

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The fractional unit is 1/7.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, like 1/2 and 2/4.