In the process of laying out the question, you have given us important facts about the shaded area and the unshaded area. Now step back for just a second. If they're that deeply involved in the question, do you honestly expect that anybody can answer the question without seeing the picture of them ? ! ?
Answer:
2/3
Step-by-step explanation:
12 pieces
3 pieces = 1 yard
Multiply 4 by 3 because the log is 4 yards long
That will give you 12 total pieces