Question

sharon is making latkes, a kind of potato pancake. she needs $\frac{3}{4}$ lb of potatoes for each batch.
sharon has 4 lb of potatoes.
which model represents the number of pounds of potatoes in one batch?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify target fraction

One batch needs $\frac{3}{4}$ lb potatoes.

Step2: Match fraction to model

$\frac{3}{4}$ means 3 parts out of 4 equal total parts. The bottom model's rectangle is split into 4 sections, with 3 shaded, representing $\frac{3}{4}$.

Answer:

The bottom model (the second one with the rectangle divided into 4 equal parts, 3 of which are shaded)