Chapter+12

=**12.1 Writing** = toc //As you make more equal folds and cuts, what happens to the size of the parts (pieces)?//

=**12.3 Fraction picture** = //Find your own picture and make a fraction from it.//

=**12.3 Picture of a set** = //Find or take a picture of a set and type a fraction describing that set.//

= 12.4 Fractions and Length = //You use a ruler to measure length. Suppose you measure a pencil with a 12-inch ruler. It is 8 inches long. what fraction would name the length of the pencil as a fraction of 12 inches? Explain your answer.//

= 12.5 Using Models to Compare Fractions = //Your body consists of 7/10 water. Is more that 1/2 of your body water? Explain. Draw a picture to prove your answer.//

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=**12.6 parts of a whole** = //How do different fractions name the same part of a whole? Use vocabulary words, a picture and description to answer this question.//

= 12.7 Equivalent Fractions = //How can you use equivalent fractions to compare fractions? Use what you know about finding equivalent fractions to solve this problem. Two boys had a race. They found who walked farther in 12 minutes. Christopher walked 7/8 of a mile. Jorge walked 3/4 of a mile. Who went farther? How do you know? Explain your thinking with pictures and words.//