Question 20 of 25intermediate🔧 ApplyShort Answer3 marks

Take another piece of paper and try the same starting with two equal parts, and halving every time. Share the findings with your friends. 1/2 = 2/4 = ___ = ___

Correct Answer

Step 1: Start with 1/2 (paper folded into 2 parts)

Step 2: Fold in half: 2 parts become 4 parts, coloured = 2/4

Step 3: Fold again: 4 parts become 8 parts, coloured = 4/8

Step 4: Fold again: 8 parts become 16 parts, coloured = 8/16

Answer: 1/2 = 2/4 = 4/8 = 8/16

These are all equivalent fractions. Each time we fold, we double both the numerator and denominator.

Exercise: Let Us Try | Q: 1 | (Page Page 16)
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Explanation

The chapter extends the paper folding activity to explore equivalent fractions starting from 1/2. This reinforces the concept that equivalent fractions represent the same amount even though they look different.

Solution Steps

  1. Step 1: Start with 1/2 (paper folded into 2 parts)

  2. Step 2: Fold in half: 2 parts become 4 parts, coloured = 2/4

  3. Step 3: Fold again: 4 parts become 8 parts, coloured = 4/8

  4. Step 4: Fold again: 8 parts become 16 parts, coloured = 8/16

  5. Step 5: Pattern: 1/2 = 2/4 = 4/8 = 8/16

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