FUF- Finding Unit Fractions
In this worksheet, students find the unit fraction of whole numbers through simple division. This is the first step to being able to solve more difficult problems with fractions of a whole.
This worksheet is part of a larger unit designed to teach your students how to calculate fractions of a quantity where the result is a whole number.
Learning goals
- We are learning to find a simple fraction of a quantity where the result is a whole number, e.g. 1/3 of a number is the same as dividing by 3.
- We are learning to solve problems that require finding a familiar fraction, decimal or percentage of a quantity, including percentage discounts, choosing the best strategies.
Curriculum alignment
AC9M6N07
9
Solve problems that require finding a familiar fraction, decimal or percentage of a quantity, including percentage discounts, choosing efficient calculation strategies and using digital tools where appropriate
ACMNA127
8.4
Find a simple fraction of a quantity where the result is a whole number, with and without digital technologies
MA3-1WM
old
Describes and represents mathematical situations in a variety of ways using mathematical terminology and some conventions
MA3-2WM
old
Selects and applies appropriate problem- solving strategies, including the use of digital technologies, in undertaking investigations
MA3-3WM
old
Gives a valid reason for supporting one possible solution over another
MA3-7NA
old
Compares, orders and calculates with fractions, decimals and percentages
MA3-RN-01
new
Applies an understanding of place value and the role of zero to represent the properties of numbers
MA3-RN-02
new
Compares and orders decimals up to 3 decimal places
MA3-RN-03
new
Determines percentages of quantities, and finds equivalent fractions and decimals for benchmark percentage values
MA3-MR-01
new
Selects and applies appropriate strategies to solve multiplication and division problems
MA3-MR-02
new
Constructs and completes number sentences involving multiplicative relations, applying the order of operations to calculations
MA3-RQF-01
new
Compares and orders fractions with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10
MA3-RQF-02
new
Determines 1/2, 1/4, 1/5 and 1/10 of measures and quantities
MA3-GM-02
new
Selects and uses the appropriate unit and device to measure lengths and distances including perimeters
Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.