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Sharing and Measuring — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 4 · Mathematics

What Sharing and Measuring covers in CBSE Class 4 Mathematics: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 4 Mathematics syllabus.

43 questions52 flashcards5 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 4 Mathematics · 2026-27

Topics in Sharing and Measuring

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1. Parts and Wholes

  • A whole object can be split into equal parts.
  • When a shape is divided into 2 equal parts, each part is called a half.
  • When a shape is divided into 4 equal parts, each part is called a quarter.
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2. Fractions in Sharing

  • When more people share the same whole, each share becomes smaller.
  • Sumedha notices that sharing dhokla among a larger number of people gives smaller pieces.
  • Sharing among 9 people gives a bigger share than sharing among 11 people.
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3. Fractions of a Set

  • Fractions can also be found in a set of objects, not only in shapes.
  • Meena has 8 diyas in the fraction-of-a-set exercise.
  • If some diyas are coloured red, the coloured diyas show a fraction of the set.
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4. Fractions in Daily Life

  • Fractions are used in many daily life situations.
  • Barfis can be divided into equal parts.
  • Ribbons can be compared by length using fractions.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Fractions in sharing, equal parts, and measuring parts of a whole

HalfQuarterEqual sharingFraction kitFractions of a setFractions in daily lifeEqual parts in shapesEquivalent shares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Sharing and Measuring for CBSE Class 4 Mathematics?
Key topics in Sharing and Measuring include Parts and Wholes, Fractions in Sharing, Fractions of a Set, Fractions in Daily Life. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
How should I revise Sharing and Measuring for Class 4 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Sharing and Measuring. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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