when we divide a whole into parts, we are making a fraction
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In this lesson you will learn that the larger the denominator, the smaller the fractional parts by using models and looking at real world examples. When we divide a whole into parts, we are making a fraction. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
In this lesson you will learn that the larger the
denominator, the smaller the fractional parts by using
models and looking at real world examples.
Let’s Review
When we divide a whole into parts, we are making a fraction.
Let’s Review
The denominator tells how many parts there are all together. The numerator
tells how many parts are counted.
numerator
denominator
A Common Mistake
Students sometimes mix up the numerator and denominator.
A Common Mistake
Students sometimes think the larger the denominator, the bigger the
fraction.
Core Lesson
bigger smaller
What fraction of a pizza would you rather have or ?
In this lesson you have learned that the larger the
denominator, the smaller the fractional parts by using
models and looking at real world examples.
Guided Practice
Which fraction represents a larger amount of blueberry pie, or ?
bigger smaller
Extension Activities
Can you create a comic strip that explains why the larger the denominator, the smaller
the fraction?
Quick Quiz
Review each pair of fractions, identify the larger fraction.