Fractions as Division

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator (top number) over a denominator (bottom number).

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How can fractions be used to represent division?

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Fractions can represent division by showing how many parts of a whole are being considered. For example, 3/4 means 3 divided by 4.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in the whole.

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How do you convert a fraction to a division problem?

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To convert a fraction to a division problem, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the fraction for 14 divided by 3?

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The fraction for 14 divided by 3 is 14/3.

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If you have 5 cookies to share among 3 people, how do you express this as a fraction?

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You express this as 5/3, meaning each person gets 5/3 of a cookie.

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How do you find the amount in each jar if you have 60 ounces of applesauce in 5 jars?

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You divide 60 ounces by 5 jars, which equals 12 ounces per jar.

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What fraction represents sharing 3 gallons of punch among 7 people?

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The fraction is 3/7, meaning each person gets 3/7 of a gallon.

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What does the fraction 2/3 represent in a practical situation?

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It represents having 2 parts out of a total of 3 equal parts.