HALF
Definition Of Half
When the whole of something is divided into two equal parts, we call each part as Half. It is numerically written as 1/2.
More About Half
'Halves' is the plural form of 'half'
Two halves are equal to 1 whole.
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Example of Half
One of the two equal parts, i.e. half of the figure is shaded.
Fraction of cherries 
So, one-half of the fruits is cherries and other half is oranges.
The above figure is divided into two equal halves.
Solved Example on Half
Ques: Rachel cut an apple into 2 equal pieces and ate 1 of them. What fraction of the apple did she eat?
Choices:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Step 1: Number of pieces the apple was cut into = 2.
Step 2: Number of pieces eaten = 1.
Step 3: Fraction of apple eaten 
Step 4: So, Rachel ate 1/2 of the apple.
Quick Summary
- A half represents one out of two equal parts.
- Two halves make a whole.
- Half can be used to describe parts of objects or sets of objects.
🍎 Teacher Insights
Use real-world examples like sharing food to illustrate the concept of half. Use visual aids like cutting shapes or drawing pictures to help students understand.🎓 Prerequisites
- Basic counting
- Understanding of whole numbers
Check Your Knowledge
Q1: Which of the following shows a shape divided into halves?
Q2: If you cut a pizza into 2 equal slices, what fraction of the pizza is each slice?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does 'halves' mean?
A: 'Halves' is the plural form of 'half'. It means more than one half.
Q: Is a half always the same size?
A: Yes, both halves must be equal in size for them to be considered halves of the same whole.