Parts of a Whole
A fraction tells us how many equal pieces a whole object has been cut into!
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The Equal Part Rule
To be a fraction, every piece must be the same size.
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Equal Parts
Equal Parts
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Not Equal
Not Equal
1/2 (One Half): 2 equal parts.
1/3 (One Third): 3 equal parts.
1/4 (One Fourth): 4 equal parts.
Which fraction is shown?
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