Benchmark Fractions

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a simple fraction that is easy to understand and use for comparison, such as 1/2, 1/4, or 3/4.

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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

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Fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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Is 1/2 equivalent to 2/4?

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Yes, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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What fraction of the shape is shaded if 3 out of 10 parts are shaded?

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3/10 of the shape is shaded.

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If a fraction is greater than 1/2, what can we say about its numerator and denominator?

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The numerator must be greater than half of the denominator.

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True or False: 4/5 is less than 1/2.

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False, 4/5 is greater than 1/2.

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What is the fraction that represents a whole?

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1 is the fraction that represents a whole.

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If 7 out of 10 parts are shaded, what fraction is not shaded?

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3/10 of the shape is not shaded.

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What is the benchmark fraction for half?

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1/2 is the benchmark fraction for half.

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How can you determine if two fractions are equivalent?

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You can determine if two fractions are equivalent by cross-multiplying and checking if the products are equal.