Do you think Ikra shared the paper equally? Why? Try with a paper.
Yes, Ikra shared the paper equally.
Explanation: One half of the paper is exactly equal to two quarters of the paper.
Both Ikra and Samina received the same amount of paper, just divided differently. Samina thought two quarters was more, but it is actually the same as one half.
∴ The paper was shared equally.
Explanation
The chapter uses this story to teach that fractions can look different but represent the same value. 1/2 = 2/4. Students are encouraged to try this with actual paper to verify the equality. This hands-on activity helps children understand equivalent fractions.
Solution Steps
One half equals two quarters: 1/2 = 2/4
Both Ikra and Samina received the same amount of paper
The fractions look different but represent the same value