What are Fractions? | Math Lessons

The video tutorial explains how to refer to whole objects and parts of objects using fractions. It introduces the concept of fractions, detailing the roles of numerators and denominators. Through examples involving sandwiches, circles, and other shapes, the video illustrates how to determine fractions and understand their components.

What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

• The total number of fractions

• The number of parts we have

• The number of equal parts the whole is divided into

• The number of whole objects

If a sandwich is cut into 4 equal parts, what fraction represents one part?

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/5

• 1/2

In the example of the circle, if two parts are colored, what fraction of the circle is colored?

• 2/3

• 3/3

• 1/2

• 1/3

How many equal parts is the shape divided into in the last example?

• 8

• 6

• 10

• 4

If 6 out of 8 parts of a shape are colored, what fraction of the shape is colored?

• 3/4

• 6/8

• 5/8

• 7/8