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65 is an improper fraction.

Fractions (Year 5)

Year 5 pupils explore fractions in more depth. They compare, order, and convert fractions, and practise applying them to solve both mathematical problems and real-world challenges.

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The world record for the men’s marathon was beaten by less than one fifth of a minute, which is under 12 seconds.

In KS2 Maths, Year 5 pupils learn how fractions link to decimals and percentages. They work with improper fractions and mixed numbers, and practise using fractions to solve practical problems.

  • Improper Fraction: A fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator, such as 7/4.
  • Mixed Number: A whole number combined with a fraction, like 2 3/5.
  • Percentage: A way of expressing a fraction out of 100, such as 50% meaning half.
What are improper fractions in Year 5 Maths?

An improper fraction is when the top number is larger than the bottom, like 9/4. Pupils learn to convert these into mixed numbers.

How do Year 5 pupils convert fractions to decimals?

Pupils divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 1/4 equals 0.25 as a decimal.

Why do we learn fractions in Year 5?

Fractions are used in real life for cooking, measuring, sharing, and understanding percentages. They help link whole numbers with decimals and percentages.

1 .
Which of these fractions is not equivalent to 13?
26
412
39
210
2?10 is the same as 1?5
2 .
Which fraction is more than 14?
28
312
620
25100
5?20 is equivalent to 1?4 so 6?20 is more
3 .
Which fraction is less than 12?
51100
712
59
715
2 x 7 = 14 so 7?15 is slightly less than half
4 .
What would 64 be when converted to a mixed number?
412
112
114
214
A mixed number is where there is a mix of a whole number and a fraction
5 .
Which is the largest of these fractions?
39
912
35100
12
9?12 is larger because 9 is closer to 12 than 3 is to 9, 35 is to 100 and 1 is to 2
6 .
What would 314 be when converted to an improper fraction?
114
58
134
133
There are 4?4 in 1 one so 3 ones = 12?4
7 .
Which fraction is one ninth?
18
19
16
112
1?9 is the same as 1 ÷ 9
8 .
Which of these is a proper fraction?
912
76
43
129
A proper fraction has a top number less than the bottom number
9 .
What type of fraction is 65?
Mixed fraction
Equivalent fraction
Improper fraction
Unsuitable fraction
An improper fraction has a top number more than the bottom number
10 .
Which fraction is 25100 equivalent to?
14
18
12
15
100 ÷ 25 = 4
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Fractions

Author:  Amanda Swift (Primary School Teacher & Educational Content Developer)

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