Learn How to Use Fractions When Measuring
NOTE: Odd numbers make sixteenths (16ths)
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7 - 9 - 11 - 13 - 15
NOTE: Even numbers make:
- eighths (1/8 - 3/8 - 5/8 - 7/8)
- quarter inches (1/4 - 3/4 )
- one half inch (1/2)
- 16/16ths = (next inch on tape)
How to Convert Sixteenths to Fractions
· Add up how many 16ths
· Place that number over a 16th fraction
· Then divide the numbers by 2
· NOTE: You can only divide even numbers 2 - 4 - 6 - 8 - 10 - 12 - 14 - 16
For larger numbers, divide the even numbers by 2 again
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