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Fractions — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 5 · Mathematics

What Fractions covers in CBSE Class 5 Mathematics: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 5 Mathematics syllabus.

43 questions60 flashcards2 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 5 Mathematics · 2026-27

Topics in Fractions

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1. Comparing fractions from different wholes

  • Fractions can be compared only when the wholes are the same.
  • A fraction of one chocolate cannot be compared directly with the same fraction of a different-sized chocolate if the chocolates are not the same size.
  • The same part of a bigger whole is bigger than the same part of a smaller whole.
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2. Equivalent fractions

  • Equivalent fractions represent the same part of a whole but have different names.
  • Sameer showed that dividing a shape into more equal parts can still keep the shaded region the same.
  • Gurpreet made a whole using two different fraction pieces from his fraction kit.
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3. Fractions with the same denominator

  • Fractions with the same denominator are compared by looking at the numerators.
  • When the denominator is the same, the fraction with the larger numerator is greater.
  • Sevi and Shami’s chikki example is used to compare fractions with the same denominator.
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4. Fractions with the same numerator

  • Fractions with the same numerator are compared by looking at the denominators.
  • When the numerator is the same, the fraction with the smaller denominator is larger.
  • This is because the same number of equal parts is cut into fewer pieces, so each piece is bigger.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Fractions

Comparing fractions with different wholesEquivalent fractionsFractions with same denominator comparisonFractions with same numerator comparisonComparing fractions with reference to 1Fractions greater than 1Number line for fractionsFamily sharing examples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Fractions for CBSE Class 5 Mathematics?
Key topics in Fractions include Comparing fractions from different wholes, Equivalent fractions, Fractions with the same denominator, Fractions with the same numerator. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
How should I revise Fractions for Class 5 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Fractions. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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