standard_description: Recognize that in a multi-digit whole number, a digit in one place represents ten times what it represents in the place to its right. For example, recognize that 700 ÷ 70 = 10 by applying concepts of place value and division.
Grade 4 expectations in this domain are limited to whole numbers less than or equal to 1,000,000.
problem_activity: Task
What fraction of the rectangle below is shaded?
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Laura says that $\frac14$ of the rectangle is shaded. Do you think she is correct? Explain why or why not by using the picture.


aligns: no