Mentor Teaching · Independent response

Unit Fractions: Equal Parts and the Same Whole

Independent response 1

Strips G and H are equal-sized wholes. Name each shaded unit fraction. Which is larger? Explain how the equal wholes help you decide.

Strip G: a strip split into 3 equal parts. The leftmost part is shaded. Strip H: a strip split into 6 equal parts. The leftmost part is shaded. The complete strips are the same length.
Strip G: a strip split into 3 equal parts. The leftmost part is shaded. Strip H: a strip split into 6 equal parts. The leftmost part is shaded. The complete strips are the same length.

Show or explain your reasoning. Use the space below or continue on separate paper.

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Mentor Teaching · Independent response

Unit Fractions: Equal Parts and the Same Whole

Independent response 2

Strip J is one whole divided into eight equal parts with one shaded. Name the shaded part and explain both numbers. Would counting the parts still be enough if the eight parts had unequal sizes? Explain.

Strip J: a strip split into 8 equal parts. The leftmost part is shaded.
Strip J: a strip split into 8 equal parts. The leftmost part is shaded.

Show or explain your reasoning. Use the space below or continue on separate paper.