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6⁄5 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.

Key Terms

  • 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.

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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.

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1 .
Which of these is a proper fraction?
9⁄12
7⁄6
4⁄3
12⁄9
A proper fraction has a top number less than the bottom number
2 .
What would 31⁄4 be when converted to an improper fraction?
11⁄4
5⁄8
13⁄4
13⁄3
There are 4?4 in 1 one so 3 ones = 12?4
3 .
What type of fraction is 6⁄5?
Mixed fraction
Equivalent fraction
Improper fraction
Unsuitable fraction
An improper fraction has a top number more than the bottom number
4 .
Which fraction is one ninth?
1⁄8
1⁄9
1⁄6
1⁄12
1?9 is the same as 1 ÷ 9
5 .
Which fraction is 25⁄100 equivalent to?
1⁄4
1⁄8
1⁄2
1⁄5
100 ÷ 25 = 4
6 .
Which fraction is less than 1⁄2?
51⁄100
7⁄12
5⁄9
7⁄15
2 x 7 = 14 so 7?15 is slightly less than half
7 .
What would 6⁄4 be when converted to a mixed number?
41⁄2
11⁄2
11⁄4
21⁄4
A mixed number is where there is a mix of a whole number and a fraction
8 .
Which of these fractions is not equivalent to 1⁄3?
2⁄6
4⁄12
3⁄9
2⁄10
2?10 is the same as 1?5
9 .
Which is the largest of these fractions?
3⁄9
9⁄12
35⁄100
1⁄2
9?12 is larger because 9 is closer to 12 than 3 is to 9, 35 is to 100 and 1 is to 2
10 .
Which fraction is more than 1⁄4?
2⁄8
3⁄12
6⁄20
25⁄100
5?20 is equivalent to 1?4 so 6?20 is more
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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