Comparing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

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To compare fractions with the same denominator, look at the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How can you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.

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What is the process to add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find the least common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the process to subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, find the least common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What does it mean if one fraction is greater than another?

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If one fraction is greater than another, it means that it represents a larger part of a whole compared to the other fraction.

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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 (e.g., 3/4).