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Maths Problem Solving

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Week 2: Term 4

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Problem 1: WALT: find a fraction of a number

Our Solution:

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Write the fraction in lowest terms, using a forward slash ( / ) to separate the numerator and denominator.

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There are 15 letter boxes on Zack's street. 12 of the letter boxes are silver. What fraction of the letter boxes are silver?

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Problem 2: WALT: find a fraction of a number

Our Solution:

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Write the fraction in lowest terms, using a forward slash ( / ) to separate the numerator and denominator.

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There were 24 pieces of paper on a table. 16 blew away. What fraction of the pieces of paper blew away?