Activity 1: Fraction Strips and Rulers—Tools to
Think With
1/2
1/2
Inches
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1. Think with the fraction strips and the inch ruler!
a. Look at a set of fraction strips and the markings on a ruler.
Write all of the fraction equivalencies you see.
1
8
Example: 16
=2
2. With a partner, list examples for each fraction below.
a. Five fractions that are equivalent to 43 . Show your thinking for
one example with a picture.
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b. Five fractions that are equivalent to 1 2 .
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c. Four fractions that are equivalent to 16 .
d. Describe the strategy or strategies you used to create an
equal fraction.
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Using Benchmarks: Fractions and Operations
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