Question

isaac says that the shaded part of the figure represents $\frac{1}{2}$ of the whole figure. is isaac correct? yes, because one part is shaded and one part is not shaded. yes, because there are two parts, so the model shows $\frac{1}{2}$. no, because the shaded and unshaded parts do not have equal areas. no, because the shaded and unshaded parts are not the same color.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall fraction concept

A fraction $\frac{1}{2}$ of a figure means the figure is divided into two equal - area parts and one part is considered.

Step2: Analyze given figure

In the given figure, the shaded triangular part and the unshaded trapezoid - shaped part do not have equal areas.

Answer:

No, because the shaded and unshaded parts do not have equal areas.