Benchmark fractions

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a common fraction that is used as a reference point to compare other fractions. Examples include 1/2, 1/4, and 3/4.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What does it mean if a fraction is 'less' than 1/2?

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It means that the value of the fraction is smaller than half of a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean if a fraction is 'more' than 1/2?

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It means that the value of the fraction is greater than half of a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean if a fraction is 'equal' to 1/2?

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It means that the value of the fraction is exactly half of a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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Give an example of a fraction that is less than 1/2.

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1/3 is an example of a fraction that is less than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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Give an example of a fraction that is more than 1/2.

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3/4 is an example of a fraction that is more than 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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Give an example of a fraction that is equal to 1/2.

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2/4 is an example of a fraction that is equal to 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How can you determine if a fraction is less than, more than, or equal to 1/2?

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You can compare the numerator and denominator of the fraction to those of 1/2. If the fraction has a smaller numerator than half of its denominator, it is less; if larger, it is more; if equal, it is equal.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the fraction 4/8 compared to 1/2?

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4/8 is equal to 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the fraction 1/4 compared to 1/2?

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1/4 is less than 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D