Unit Fractions

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What is a unit fraction?

Back

A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer.

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Give an example of a unit fraction.

Back

1/5 is an example of a unit fraction.

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What does the denominator in a unit fraction represent?

Back

The denominator represents the total number of equal parts into which a whole is divided.

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What is the value of the unit fraction 1/3?

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The value of the unit fraction 1/3 is approximately 0.333.

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How can you model the unit fraction 1/6?

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You can model 1/6 by dividing a whole into 6 equal parts and shading one part.

Front

What is the relationship between unit fractions and whole numbers?

Back

Unit fractions represent a part of a whole number, where the whole is divided into equal parts.

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What is the sum of two unit fractions 1/4 and 1/4?

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The sum of 1/4 and 1/4 is 1/2.

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How do you compare unit fractions with different denominators?

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To compare unit fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the unit fraction for the number 8?

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The unit fraction for the number 8 is 1/8.

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What is the significance of the numerator in a unit fraction?

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In a unit fraction, the numerator is always 1, indicating one part of the whole.