How many different ways can you divide this candy bar equally

among six friends?

In this lesson you will learn how to represent fractions in different ways by dividing the same whole into equal parts.

Let’s Review

When we divide a whole into parts, we are making a fraction.

Let’s Review

Other common fractions include halves and fourths.

A Common Mistake

Not realizing there may be several ways to divide the same whole into

equal parts.

Core Lesson

What are the different ways we can divide the same candy bar into two

equal parts?

How many different ways can you divide this candy bar equally

among six friends?

In this lesson you have learned how do represent fractions in different ways by dividing the same whole into equal parts.

Guided Practice

What are three different ways to divide the same square into four equal

pieces?

Extension Activities

Can you divide non-regular polygons like circles or ovals into equal parts in various

ways? Why or why not? Explain your answer.

Quick Quiz

Sketch three ways to divide this rectangle into eight equal parts.