3.MATH.3.G
Explain that two fractions are equivalent if and only if they are both represented by the same point on the number line or represent the same portion of a same size whole for an area model.
Grade 3 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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fractionsequivalent fractionspointnumber lineportionsame size wholearea model
Skills
- explain (when two fractions are equivalent) #dok2
- represent (fractions on a number line) #dok2
- determine (if two fractions are equivalent using a number line or area model) #dok2
- justify (fraction equivalence using representations) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can explain when two fractions are equivalent. #dok2
- I can represent fractions on a number line and area model. #dok2
- I can determine if two fractions are equivalent by comparing their position on a number line. #dok2
- I can justify why two fractions are equivalent using precise mathematical language. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Fractions are equivalent if they represent the same point on the number line or the same portion of a whole.
- Using multiple representations helps us understand and justify when fractions are the same.
Essential Questions
- What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?
- How can you use a number line to show that two fractions are equivalent?
- How can an area model help you decide if two fractions are equivalent?
- Why do different-looking fractions sometimes represent the same value?
- How can you explain or justify that two fractions are equivalent?