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 represents equal - parts of a whole. For a figure to represent $\frac{1}{2}$, it must be divided into two equal - area parts.

Step2: Analyze the given figure

The shaded and unshaded parts of the given figure do not have equal areas.

Answer:

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