Whole Numbers as Fractions: A Mathematical Exploration

The video tutorial explains the concept of whole numbers and how they relate to fractions. It introduces whole numbers as integers and demonstrates how they can be expressed as fractions with a denominator of one. The tutorial also covers the concept of fractions equaling one when the numerator and denominator are the same. Advanced examples are provided, such as dividing apples into halves and writing them as fractions. The video concludes with a review and practice questions to reinforce the concepts learned.

What is a whole number and how does it differ from a fraction?

How can whole numbers be represented as fractions?

How many fourths make up a whole circle?

What do you notice about the relationship between the numerator and denominator when they are equal?

What happens when you divide a number by itself?

Explain how to write the whole number 5 as a fraction.

Why is it useful to write whole numbers as fractions with a denominator of one?