When we divide a shape into fractions, each section must fill the same amount of space.
These rectangles have been divided into halves.
There are two equal parts in each rectangle.
This rectangle has not been divided into halves.
The two parts are not equal in area.
Let's have a look at some questions now and see if we can recognise when a shape has been divided into halves.
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