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Define fraction (in your own words)

Think back to the last time you needed to use fractions, for example a ruler or measuring tape. Discuss how you used it.
Explain the steps of adding or subtracting unlike fractions. Using a ruler, measure the heights of two different-size cans of food and show how to calculate the difference in heights

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A number that is divided by another, like 1 divided by 2 is one half, it is a fraction of a number.

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