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fractions-elementary
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Mathematics
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1st and 2nd Grade
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first-and-second-grade
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What is a Fraction?
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A fraction often represents a part of a whole or a part of a set.

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When a circle is divided into |2| equal pieces, each part represents |1| part out of |2.| When there are |2| objects, each object represents |1| object out of |2.|

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Examples of the fraction one half.
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In a fraction, the number below the fraction bar (line) represents the number of equal parts into which the whole has been separated.

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Example of the number of equal parts in the whole showing the fraction one quarter.
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The number above the fraction bar (line) represents the number of equal parts being used.

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Example of the number of parts being used showing the fraction one quarter.
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How can Fractions be Represented?
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A fraction can be represented in different ways: using circles, rectangles, or a set of objects.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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To Learn More About Fractions
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3rd and 4th Grade
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third-and-fourth-grade
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What is a Fraction?
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A fraction often represents a part of a whole or a part of a set.

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A fraction is always made up of a numerator and a denominator.

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Example of numerator and denominator.
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The denominator is the number below the fraction bar (line). It represents the number of equal parts into which the whole has been separated.

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The denominator of the fraction |\dfrac{1}{4}| means that the whole is divided into |4| equal parts.

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Example of representing a denominator.
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The numerator is the number above the fraction bar (line). It represents the number of equal parts being used.

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The numerator of the fraction |\dfrac{1}{4}| means that |1| part is used.

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Example of representing a numerator.
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How can Fractions be Represented?
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A fraction can be represented in different ways: using circles, rectangles, or a set of objects.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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Comparing and Ordering Fractions
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Ordering fractions means comparing them so they can be placed in ascending or descending order.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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What is an Equivalent Fraction?
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A fraction is equivalent to another when it represents the same part of a whole or set.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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To Learn More About Fractions
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5th and 6th Grade
Title slug (identifier)
fifth-and-sixth-grade
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Contenu
Title
What is a Fraction?
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Content
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A fraction often represents a part of a whole or a part of a set.

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The fraction is always made up of a numerator and a denominator.

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Image
Example of numerator and denominator.
Corps

The denominator is the number below the fraction bar (line). It represents the number of equal parts into which the whole has been divided.

Content
Corps

The denominator of the fraction |\dfrac{1}{4}| means that the whole is divided into |4| equal parts.

Image
Example of representing a denominator.
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The numerator is the number above the fraction bar. It represents the number of equal parts being used.

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The numerator of the fraction |\dfrac{1}{4}| means that |1| part is used.

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Example of representing a numerator .
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How can Fractions be Represented?
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A fraction can be represented in different ways: using circles, rectangles, or a set of objects.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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Comparing and Ordering Fractions
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Ordering fractions means comparing them so they can be placed in ascending or descending order.

Read the following sheet to learn more.

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What is an Equivalent Fraction?
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A fraction is equivalent to another when it represents the same part of a whole or set.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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What is an Irreducible (Simplified) Fraction?
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A fraction is in lowest terms when the numerator and the denominator have only |1| as a common divisor. The fraction is then in its simplest or irreducible form.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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What is a Mixed Number?
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A mixed number is made up of an integer part (a whole number) and a fractional part (a fraction).

Read the following sheet to learn more.

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How are Fractions Added?
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Fractions can be added once they have the same denominator.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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How are Fractions Subtracted?
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Fractions can be subtracted once they have the same denominator.

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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How can a Fraction be Multiplied by a Whole Number?
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To multiply a fraction by a whole number, use repeated addition or place the whole number over |1| |\left(\dfrac{?}{1}\right).|

Read the following concept sheet to learn more.

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To Learn More About Fractions
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