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Lesson Example Discussion Quiz: Class Homework

Example

Title: proper fraction mixed fraction improper fraction

Grade: 4-a Lesson: S3-L6

Explanation: The best way to understand measurement is by looking at some examples. Take turns and read each example for easy understanding.

Examples:

Identify the types of fraction \$9/17 , 67/8, 3 3/7\$.

Step 1a

This is a proper fraction because the numerator (9) is smaller than the denominator (17), meaning it represents a value less than 1.

Explanation: I learned that this is a proper fraction because the numerator (9) is smaller than the denominator (17), indicating that it represents a value less than 1.

Step 1b

This is an improper fraction because the numerator (67) is greater than or equal to the denominator (8), resulting in a value greater than 1.

Explanation: I learned that this is an improper fraction because the numerator (67) is greater than or equal to the denominator (8), which results in a value greater than 1.

Step 1c

This is a mixed number because it consists of a whole number part (3) and a fractional part (\$3/7\$). It represents a value greater than 1.

Explanation: I have a number here that is greater than 1. It’s called a mixed number because it’s made up of a whole number part (3) and a fractional part (\$3/7\$).