Fractions

In one of the problem-solving exercises, students are invited to consider a picnic scenario where cakes are cut into thirds or sixths. They are tasked with figuring out how much cake Barney could have eaten if he consumed four pieces, exploring the maximum and minimum amounts possible. The problem extends to calculating different combinations of how Barney could eat a total of two cakes. This exercise encourages students to apply their understanding of fractions in a real-world context, enhancing their problem-solving skills and their ability to reason with fractional parts.

Another exercise deals with pouring drinks from a 2-litre bottle of cola, where servings are either a fifth or a tenth of a litre. Students must determine the total number of drinks that can be poured and the various total quantities if four drinks are selected. This problem introduces children to the concept of fractions in liquid measurements and further challenges them to consider the implications of changing the bottle size. Such activities are designed to promote critical thinking and to help students grasp the practical applications of fractions in everyday situations.