Fractions -3rd Grade

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is 1 and the denominator (bottom number) is a whole number. For example, 1/3, 1/4, and 1/8 are unit fractions.

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What does the fraction 1/2 represent?

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The fraction 1/2 represents one part out of two equal parts. It is also known as a half.

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What is the fraction 2/3?

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The fraction 2/3 represents two parts out of three equal parts.

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How do you identify a unit fraction from a set of fractions?

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A unit fraction can be identified by checking if the numerator is 1. For example, in the set {1/2, 2/3, 1/4}, the unit fractions are 1/2 and 1/4.

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What is the fraction 1/8?

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The fraction 1/8 represents one part out of eight equal parts.

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What does the fraction 4/9 represent?

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The fraction 4/9 represents four parts out of nine equal parts.

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How can you visualize the fraction 2/3?

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You can visualize 2/3 by dividing a shape (like a circle or rectangle) into three equal parts and shading two of those parts.

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What is the difference between proper and improper fractions?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than the denominator (e.g., 1/2), while an improper fraction has a numerator larger than or equal to the denominator (e.g., 5/4).

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators. For example, 1/4 + 2/4 = 3/4.