Converting Circle Fractions: From Visual Representation to Written Words

The circle shows one whole divided into 3 equal parts. Even though all parts are shaded, we still describe it as 'three thirds' because that's how the fraction $\frac{3}{3}$ is read in words.

Mathematically, $\frac{3}{3} = 1$, so they're equal! But when reading fractions in words, we say 'three thirds' to show the fraction format, even though it equals one whole.

Look carefully at the circle - count the total sections created by the dividing lines, then count how many have the shaded color or pattern. If they match, all parts are shaded!

Then you'd have a fraction less than one whole! For example, if only 2 out of 3 parts were shaded, you'd write $\frac{2}{3}$ and say 'two thirds'.

While $\frac{3}{3}$ equals 1, the question asks for the fraction in words. So 'three thirds' is the correct answer that matches the visual representation shown.