Interpreting Fractions of a Whole

The video tutorial explains how to calculate fractions of a number using counters. It demonstrates the process with two examples: finding 2/3 of 9 and 3/8 of 16. For each example, the total number is divided into equal groups, and the required fraction is determined by counting the items in the specified number of groups. This method provides a visual and practical approach to understanding fractions.

How do you calculate 2/3 of a number?

• Divide the number by 2 and multiply by 3

• Divide the number into 3 equal parts and take 2 parts

• Multiply the number by 2 and divide by 3

• Add 2 to the number and divide by 3

If you have 9 items and want to find 2/3 of them, how many items do you take?

• 3 items

• 9 items

• 4 items

• 6 items

What is the first step in finding 3/8 of 16?

• Subtract 8 from 16

• Add 3 to 16

• Divide 16 into 8 equal groups

• Multiply 16 by 3

How many counters are in each group when dividing 16 into 8 groups?

• 1 counter

• 4 counters

• 2 counters

• 3 counters

What is 3/8 of 16?

• 8

• 6

• 5

• 4