Number and operations

3.3(F)

Same Amount, Different Pieces

Represent equivalent fractions with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 using a variety of objects and pictorial models, including number lines.

Part of The student applies mathematical process standards to represent and explain fractional units

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Equal Amounts, Different Names

Today you will learn to show equal fractions using pictures, objects, and number lines. Some fractions look different but actually stand for the same amount. Once you can spot these matching fractions, you can prove they are equal using pictures, objects, or a number line.