Comparing and Ordering fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, where the numerator is the part and the denominator is the whole.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare two fractions with different denominators, convert them to a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the process to find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions being compared.

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What does it mean for one fraction to be greater than another?

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A fraction is greater than another if its value is larger when both fractions are expressed with a common denominator or in decimal form.

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How can you determine which of two fractions is smaller?

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To determine which fraction is smaller, compare their values by converting them to a common denominator or decimal form.

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What is the significance of the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered in the fraction.

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What is the significance of the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.