Understanding Fractions Starts With the Rules That Govern Them
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$understanding fractions$ The secret to understanding fractions is first to know that a fraction always refers to parts of a whole. But, unless we are talking about the same whole, it can be hard to image how different numbers are related.

For example:

If we look at 1/2 or 2/4, it is hard to see any relationship between the fractions unless we give them a point of reference. So, it becomes more clear if we said 1/2 or 2/4 of a pie.

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1/2 of a Pie

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2/4 of a Pie

With that idea in mind, the best place to begin is with the rules and definitions. Everything else will become much clearer once you understand how fractions are related. So...

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