Question

Which figure has one-third of its whole shaded?

• A.
• B.
• C.
• D.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Option A:
2 out of 6 parts are shaded. Therefore, the fraction is $\frac{2}{6}\text{or}\frac{1}{3}$

Option B:
9 out of 12 parts are shaded. Therefore, the fraction is $\frac{9}{12}\text{or}\frac{3}{4}$

Option C:
3 out of 5 parts are shaded. Therefore, the fraction is $\frac{3}{5}$

Option D:
1 out of 2 parts are shaded. Therefore, the fraction is $\frac{1}{2}$