Class 3 (CBSE) • MathematicsChapter 8: Fair Share⭐ Topic 1
Introduction to Fractions - Halves and Quarters
We learn about halves (1/2) and quarters (1/4) as simple fractions showing parts of a whole.
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When something is divided into 2 equal parts, each part is a half (1/2). When divided into 4 equal parts, each part is a quarter (1/4).
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- A half (1/2) is one of two equal parts.
- A quarter (1/4) is one of four equal parts.
- Two halves make one whole.
- Four quarters make one whole.
- Two quarters equal one half.
- Different fractions can have equal value.
- Halves and quarters appear in daily life.
- Sharing food often uses halves and quarters.
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introduction to fractions - halves and quarters