GRADE 3 · MATHEMATICS · TOPIC 6

Fractions as Equal Parts

The denominator shows equal parts and numerator shows selected parts.

CONCEPT EXPLAINED

Understand the concept

The denominator shows equal parts and numerator shows selected parts.

SOLVED EXAMPLE

3 pieces of 8 equal pieces is which fraction?

  1. Step 1: There are 8 parts
  2. Step 2: 3 are selected
  3. Step 3: Write 3 over 8.

Final answer: 3/8

PRACTISE YOURSELF

2 pieces out of 5 equal pieces?

Show the answer

2/5

Try another similar question and explain each step aloud. Refer to your school syllabus for topic level and notation.