Exploring Benchmark Fractions

This video tutorial explains benchmark fractions and how they help in comparing and ordering fractions. It covers fractions that are exactly zero, less than half, exactly half, greater than half, and exactly one. The video uses fraction towers to visually demonstrate these concepts and encourages viewers to identify patterns in fractions.

What are the benchmark fractions discussed in the video?

• 0, 1/3, 1/2, 1

• 0, 1/4, 1/2, 1

• 0, 1/2, 1, 2

• 0, 1/2, 3/4, 1

If a fraction has a numerator of zero, what is its value?

• 1

• 1/2

• 0

• Undefined

Which of the following fractions is exactly zero?

• 0/4

• 1/4

• 3/4

• 2/4

Which fraction is greater than 1/2 but less than 1?

• 1/2

• 3/4

• 2/4

• 1/3

What is the value of the fraction 3/4?

• Exactly 1/2

• Less than 1/2

• Exactly 1

• Greater than 1/2 but less than 1

Which fraction is exactly half?

• 3/4

• 2/4

• 1/3

• 4/4

What is the equivalent fraction for 5/10?

• 1/3

• 1/2

• 3/4

• 2/3

Which fraction is exactly one?

• 12/12

• 2/3

• 3/4

• 1/2

Where does the fraction 1/3 fall in the benchmark categories?

• Exactly zero

• Less than 1/2

• Exactly 1/2

• Greater than 1/2

Which fraction is less than 1/2?

• 12/12

• 3/4

• 1/3

• 4/5