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Identify halves, thirds, and fourths
Fractions show equal parts of a whole. Halves, thirds, and fourths must be equal-sized pieces.
Lesson 6
Concept
Fraction names: - half = 1 of 2 equal parts (1/2) - third = 1 of 3 equal parts (1/3) - fourth = 1 of 4 equal parts (1/4) Important: Parts must be equal to be fair fractions. A shape cut into unequal pieces does not show correct halves/thirds/fourths.
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Identify the fraction: 1. A shape split into 2 equal parts, 1 shaded 2. A shape split into 4 equal parts, 1 shaded 3. A shape split into 3 equal parts, 1 shaded 4. Draw one way to show 1/2 and one way to show 1/4