Fractions help us understand parts of a whole. A half means dividing something into two equal parts. Think of sharing a pizza with a friend โ you each get one half! A quarter means dividing something into four equal parts. Imagine cutting that same pizza into four slices; each slice is a quarter.
Understanding halves and quarters is super useful in everyday life, from cooking to telling time. Let's dive into some practice to make sure you've got it!
Match the term with its definition:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Half | A. One of four equal parts |
| 2. Quarter | B. The whole amount |
| 3. Whole | C. One of two equal parts |
| 4. Fraction | D. Dividing something into equal parts |
| 5. Divide | E. A part of a whole |
Complete the sentences using the words: half, quarter, whole.
If you eat two _______ of a pie, you have eaten the _______ pie. One _______ of an hour is 15 minutes. Splitting a cookie evenly between two people means each person gets a _______.
Explain in your own words how knowing about fractions like halves and quarters can help you in real life. Give at least two examples.
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