0 1 This distance represents a full inch. The full inch is

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This distance represents a full inch.
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The full inch is divided into two sections. The
number of sections determines the
denominator. Notice the line height.
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Now, there are four divisions in the
inch. Notice the line height. Its getting
smaller. Remember the number of sections
determines the denominator. (this fraction can be
reduced...since the top number is even, divide
both numbers by 2 until the top number is odd.)
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Reduced fraction
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The denominator is 4 because of the 4 sections
created by the new lines.
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Reduced fractions
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Each forth inch section is divided into two
sections. Notice the line height. Its getting
smaller. The denominator is 8 because of the 8
sections created by the new lines.
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Reduced fractions
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Each eighth inch section is divided into two
sections. The denominator is 16 because of the 16
sections created by the new lines. (these
fractions can be reducedsince some top numbers
are even divide both numbers by 2 until the top
number is odd)
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All divisions reduced. Notice every top number
is odd.
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Your turn!! Give it a try. Your instructor will
give you some measurement exercises. If you do
not understand, be sure to ask questions!!