First, next to number set a and b, write down if you think the children will receive a fractional amount of pie or a mixed number amount of pie and why. last, model your thinking on how to solve both a and b. you only need to show one, but it cannot be the same for a and b. remember to include an equation that matches your model.
children want to share pies so they each get the same amount of pie. how much pie should each child get?
a. 8, 5
b. 5, 8